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BU52 YCW

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,229 mi
Last recorded156,229 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 YCW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 156,229 miles

oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2015 144,242 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 132,082 miles

Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside front tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

centre exhaust rear joint corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2013 129,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2012 119,338 miles

Oil leak

rear exhaust flange slightly corroded

Fail 19 Jan 2012 119,236 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

rear exhaust flange slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2011 107,682 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 101,566 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 101,564 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 90,751 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 81,590 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 75,430 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 63,069 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 YCW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YCW, 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

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What year was BU52 YCW registered?

BU52 YCW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is BU52 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 YCW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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