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BU02 JNX

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

187,549 mi
Last recorded187,549 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 JNX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 187,549 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 167,371 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 158,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 154,641 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 145,991 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 139,087 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 118,554 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 89,688 miles

wipers not self parking

engine management light on

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 60,548 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 60,548 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 32,565 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 5,207 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 JNX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BU02 JNX, 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 JNX registered?

BU02 JNX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is BU02 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 JNX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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