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BN02 AEJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,356 mi
Last recorded49,356 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 AEJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,356 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 49,318 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

tyre size : 185 /65 r15 88h

Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,480 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 35,779 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 32,833 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,634 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres perished

handbrake needs adjustment

nearside front tyre limit and perished (recommend change)

offside front tyre 2mm inner edge

service indicator on

Pass 9 Apr 2008 23,540 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 17,955 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 11,982 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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BN02 AEJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 79,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN02 AEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 24 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN02 AEJ?

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What year was BN02 AEJ registered?

BN02 AEJ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is BN02 AEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 AEJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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