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BT02 EJG

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

174,410 mi
Last recorded174,410 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 EJG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 174,410 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both door mirrors damaged

Fail 3 May 2012 174,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both door mirrors damaged

Pass 3 May 2011 157,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 157,058 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2010 146,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 136,990 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 119,326 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 96,786 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 96,786 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 71,955 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 47,034 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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BT02 EJG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BT02 EJG, 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 BT02 EJG registered?

BT02 EJG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 May 2002.

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