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BT02 VVG

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,115 mi
Last recorded102,115 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT02 VVG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2013 102,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 102,115 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 93,859 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 93,859 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 83,590 miles

slight play in strut top mnt o/s front

Pass 16 Dec 2010 69,392 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 14 Dec 2010 69,392 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 54,221 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 53,031 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 10 Jul 2007 51,222 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 30,821 miles

Fitted spare tyre to nearside front (req's new/replacement tyre)

Fail 27 Apr 2006 30,821 miles

Fitted spare tyre to nearside front (req's new/replacement tyre)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 VVG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVG, 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 VVG?

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What year was BT02 VVG registered?

BT02 VVG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 July 2002.

Is BT02 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT02 VVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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