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BT02 JXS

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,987 mi
Last recorded87,987 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 JXS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 87,987 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 83,025 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 83,025 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 77,353 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 72,134 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 67,982 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 62,973 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2010 62,973 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2009 57,548 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 57,548 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 52,083 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 52,083 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 43,647 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,336 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 JXS is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JXS, 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 BT02 JXS?

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What year was BT02 JXS registered?

BT02 JXS is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is BT02 JXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT02 JXS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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