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CU02 SFX

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,785 mi
Last recorded62,785 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU02 SFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2013 62,785 miles

engine oil leak

mid+rear exhausts corroded

plastic sill covers fitted

rear shock casings corroded

slight play o/s/f top strut mount

Pass 20 Mar 2012 58,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 56,358 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 50,766 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 48,584 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 48,584 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 43,823 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 38,747 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 31,607 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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CU02 SFX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CU02 SFX, 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 CU02 SFX registered?

CU02 SFX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is CU02 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU02 SFX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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