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DF51 HHV

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

100,421 mi
Last recorded100,421 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 HHV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 100,421 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 94,867 miles

clutch bearing is noisy

headlamp lenses are deteriorated , slightly affecting light output

n/s/r shock absorber has a light misting of oil

n/s/r tyre has had a sidewall repair and has a nail in the tread!

o/s/f tyre is deteriorated, close to wear indicators and worn on the shoulders - date code = "2001"

o/s/r coil spring is corroded

o/s/r tyre is worn on the inner shoulder and has a small split in the tread which reaches the cords

rear registration plate is deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2015 94,798 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

clutch bearing is noisy

headlamp lenses are deteriorated , slightly affecting light output

n/s/r shock absorber has a light misting of oil

n/s/r tyre has had a sidewall repair and has a nail in the tread!

o/s/f tyre is deteriorated, close to wear indicators and worn on the shoulders - date code = "2001"

o/s/r coil spring is corroded

o/s/r tyre is worn on the inner shoulder and has a small split in the tread which reaches the cords

rear registration plate is deteriorated

Pass 4 Aug 2014 90,073 miles

nearside mirror glass not useable

Fail 2 Aug 2014 90,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside mirror glass not useable

Fail 1 Aug 2013 84,003 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 84,003 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 83,985 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 78,681 miles

front brake discs very rusty

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 May 2011 78,681 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake discs very rusty

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Jun 2010 74,522 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 74,522 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2009 69,803 miles

engine oil low

windscreen washers intermittant fault

wiper blade split

Pass 25 Jun 2008 64,850 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs worn coroded

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 19 Jun 2008 64,759 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs worn coroded

slight front brake imbalance

Pass 27 Jun 2007 60,204 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 60,160 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 16 Jun 2006 49,399 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2005 40,013 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 HHV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DF51 HHV, 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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DF51 HHV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 January 2002.

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