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BU52 BKG

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

125,084 mi
Last recorded125,084 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 BKG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 125,084 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 114,824 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 114,824 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 106,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 98,171 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 85,397 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 73,333 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 62,439 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 49,803 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,452 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,794 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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BU52 BKG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BU52 BKG, 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 BU52 BKG registered?

BU52 BKG is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is BU52 BKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 BKG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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