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BP02 USY

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

35,842 mi
Last recorded35,842 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 USY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 35,842 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 35,558 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 35,309 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 35,303 miles

Central Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 34,909 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 34,440 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 34,435 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 33,785 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind wheel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 May 2019 32,878 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 32,385 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 31,832 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 31,198 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 31,198 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2015 30,401 miles

washers weak, full sill covers fitted

Pass 27 May 2014 29,580 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear registration plate discoloured

Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,343 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front n/s tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 30 Apr 2013 28,343 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front n/s tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 1 May 2012 29,996 miles

o/s top suspension mount slight freeplay

Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,658 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 25,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,634 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 22,634 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,180 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 19,170 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 17,395 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 10,630 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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BP02 USY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 BP02 USY, 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.

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What year was BP02 USY registered?

BP02 USY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 August 2002.

Is BP02 USY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP02 USY shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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