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BU52 VNN

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,605 mi
Last recorded113,605 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2013 113,605 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 113,605 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 100,467 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 100,467 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 88,634 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 76,204 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 76,204 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2009 64,497 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 64,497 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 52,459 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Rear tyres have cracks in sidewalls and tread blocks.

Pass 29 Jul 2008 52,459 miles

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

Rear tyres have cracks in sidewalls and tread blocks.

Pass 30 Jul 2007 42,087 miles

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

Vehicle is not fitted with a b s

Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,520 miles

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

Vehicle is not fitted with A B S as inspection sheet ABS VSI APPLIES FITTED AS STANDARD.?.

Pass 22 Aug 2005 24,501 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 VNN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 VNN, 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 VNN?

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What year was BU52 VNN registered?

BU52 VNN is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 VNN shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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