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DF02 TMZ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,544 mi
Last recorded138,544 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 TMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 138,544 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 137,091 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 137,056 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2018 135,565 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 133,624 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 130,622 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 94,185 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 122,728 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 118,192 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 111,789 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 107,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 100,552 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 91,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 83,273 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 74,133 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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DF02 TMZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DF02 TMZ, 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 DF02 TMZ registered?

DF02 TMZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is DF02 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF02 TMZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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