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CW51 FXD

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

98,512 mi
Last recorded98,512 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW51 FXD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 98,512 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 98,512 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2025 90,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 82,776 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2023 73,267 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 65,784 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 65,784 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 60,908 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 58,354 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 50,862 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 46,897 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 44,438 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 41,276 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 38,642 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall deteriorated

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2013 35,945 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall deteriorated and cracked

Pass 28 Sep 2012 34,125 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre siodewall cracked

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2011 31,879 miles

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

n/s/r tyre starting to deteriorate on sidewall

Pass 12 Oct 2010 29,805 miles

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

n/s/r tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 20 Oct 2009 27,805 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 25,611 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 22,605 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 19,937 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 16,235 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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CW51 FXD is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 CW51 FXD, 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 CW51 FXD registered?

CW51 FXD is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 January 2002.

Is CW51 FXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW51 FXD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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