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DG02 APY

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

135,872 mi
Last recorded135,872 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 APY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 135,872 miles

2x bulbs inop in high level brake light

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear flexy hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

management light on

offside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall ( not to cord)

sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2017 135,872 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right adjuster faulty (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

2x bulbs inop in high level brake light

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear flexy hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

management light on

nearside wiper split

offside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall ( not to cord)

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2016 128,948 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 128,948 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 127,285 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

engine oil topped up to carry out emissions test presented oil not showing on dip stick

fuel tank cover very rusty covers over pedals insecure

Fail 3 Nov 2014 127,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

engine oil topped up to carry out emissions test presented oil not showing on dip stick

fuel tank cover very rusty covers over pedals insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2013 122,032 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s/rear tyre inner edge worn

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Apr 2013 122,031 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s/rear tyre inner edge worn

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 116,828 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 116,828 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 112,134 miles

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

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

high level brake light has 1x bulb inop

Pass 31 Mar 2010 103,765 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 90,529 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 90,529 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 81,944 miles

o/s rear light lens broken

Fail 4 Apr 2008 81,944 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s rear light lens broken

Pass 2 Apr 2007 74,983 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 74,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 56,944 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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DG02 APY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 DG02 APY, 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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DG02 APY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 May 2002.

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