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DF51 FCP

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,414 mi
Last recorded48,414 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 FCP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 48,414 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose deteriorated at joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 46,968 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 46,958 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 46,083 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 43,811 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 41,131 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,685 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/15/88T (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 26 May 2016 35,530 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,991 miles

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

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

exhaust is corroded and deteriorated

Pass 16 Jun 2014 30,672 miles

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 23 May 2013 28,192 miles

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

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

exhaust has part of the system deteriorated

Pass 13 Jun 2012 26,340 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,556 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 17,588 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 17,459 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 16,963 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 15,921 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 14,234 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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DF51 FCP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DF51 FCP, 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 DF51 FCP registered?

DF51 FCP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is DF51 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 FCP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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