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BT52 AFO

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2014
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,197 mi
Last recorded99,197 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 AFO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 99,197 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 90,603 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 80,638 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 80,638 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 74,782 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 69,448 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 57,198 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 45,742 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 45,742 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 33,871 miles

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 13 Mar 2006 31,470 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Mar 2006 31,470 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 30,712 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 30,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

BACK BOX CORRODED.

CUT ON OUTER SIDEWALL O/S/F.

KERB DAMAGE N/S/F OUTER SIDEWALL.

N/S/F INNER RIM DAMAGE .

REAR BRAKES SQUEAL.

small LIP FRONT DISCS.

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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BT52 AFO 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 BT52 AFO, 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 BT52 AFO?

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What year was BT52 AFO registered?

BT52 AFO is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is BT52 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 AFO 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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