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BU52 BXR

2002 Vauxhall Astra

White Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

101,452 mi
Last recorded101,452 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 BXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 101,452 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 5 Oct 2015 101,452 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 96,140 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes slightly corroded

rear backbox corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2010 92,021 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 92,017 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 86,239 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 86,239 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 77,084 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 64,413 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 54,388 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 54,388 miles

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

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 BXR is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BXR, 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 BXR?

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What year was BU52 BXR registered?

BU52 BXR is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 October 2002.

Is BU52 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 BXR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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