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BU52 BXB

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

118,719 mi
Last recorded118,719 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 BXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 118,719 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 118,719 miles

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

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

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

advise coolant level low

Pass 22 Sep 2011 107,153 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 107,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 94,560 miles

near side rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 2 Sep 2009 85,568 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 85,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 72,275 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 72,275 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

front no.plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 30 Aug 2007 60,698 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 60,698 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 49,137 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 BXB is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BU52 BXB, 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 BU52 BXB?

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What year was BU52 BXB registered?

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

Is BU52 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 BXB shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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