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CN52 MUB

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,166 mi
Last recorded60,166 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN52 MUB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 60,166 miles

both front susp top mounts slight play front drop links slight play

Fail 6 Oct 2025 60,164 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both front susp top mounts slight play front drop links slight play

Pass 26 Sep 2024 56,473 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 55,972 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 55,972 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 55,841 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 55,699 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 7 Oct 2021 55,699 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2020

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2019 55,378 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 54,849 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 53,982 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2016 53,252 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 51,361 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 47,467 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 47,467 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 42,838 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 39,176 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 35,183 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 32,529 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 31,462 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 29,428 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 23,353 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 23,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 16,717 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 16,717 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CN52 MUB is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CN52 MUB, 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 CN52 MUB registered?

CN52 MUB is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 September 2002.

Is CN52 MUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN52 MUB shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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