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CA02 RVU

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

194,228 mi
Last recorded194,228 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA02 RVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 194,228 miles

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

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

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

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 May 2017 194,228 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correct causing melting on headlamp (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2016 180,776 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both fronts (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 163,559 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 163,559 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 149,220 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 134,174 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 118,746 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 118,746 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Bonnet release requires adjustment

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

Offside 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 exhaust flange very rusty

Fail 29 Jun 2011 99,204 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 99,204 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 80,716 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 67,585 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYER TREAD DEPTH NOW 1.6mm

Pass 21 Jul 2008 54,057 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 40,747 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 28,673 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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CA02 RVU is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CA02 RVU, 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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CA02 RVU is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 July 2002.

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