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BU02 JHO

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Black Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,299 mi
Last recorded131,299 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 JHO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 131,299 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 122,746 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 114,608 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 114,608 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 108,172 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 108,172 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust showing signs of wear

slight movement o/s/front top strut mounting

Pass 26 Feb 2011 98,339 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 91,923 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 May 2010 91,923 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2009 77,115 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 77,115 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 62,848 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2007 45,484 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 29,421 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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BU02 JHO is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc lpg 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 BU02 JHO, 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 BU02 JHO registered?

BU02 JHO is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is BU02 JHO safe to buy?

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