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CV02 XAB

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

132,409 mi
Last recorded132,409 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV02 XAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 132,409 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 132,408 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 120,493 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 108,614 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 108,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 98,101 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 98,100 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 81,265 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 81,265 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 71,502 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 71,489 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 61,254 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 61,254 miles

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

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

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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CV02 XAB is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV02 XAB, 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 CV02 XAB registered?

CV02 XAB is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 August 2002.

Is CV02 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV02 XAB shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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