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CX52 BNZ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,767 mi
Last recorded67,767 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 BNZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 67,767 miles

brake discs rusted

metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2013 63,227 miles

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

some metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 3 May 2012 62,587 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 62,587 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,485 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 60,142 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 57,085 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2008 57,078 miles

Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 52,377 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 31,043 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 30,393 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

back box rubber cracking

engine oil level low

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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CX52 BNZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CX52 BNZ, 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 CX52 BNZ registered?

CX52 BNZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is CX52 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 BNZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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