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BU52 WUP

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,810 mi
Last recorded145,810 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 WUP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 145,810 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jun 2023 145,810 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 145,120 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 144,380 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 143,704 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 142,556 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 142,556 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 141,726 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 141,562 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 138,888 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 134,234 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 129,117 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 124,194 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 121,713 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 121,713 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 117,557 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 114,180 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 109,100 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 93,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 74,963 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 54,092 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 54,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front windscreen cracked

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 WUP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WUP, 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 WUP registered?

BU52 WUP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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