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DG52 AEK

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

98,014 mi
Last recorded98,014 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 AEK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 98,014 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 88,714 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi and rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 83,739 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 83,739 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 80,394 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 78,197 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 76,613 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 74,946 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013 73,261 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,261 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 71,501 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 71,501 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 70,154 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 68,500 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 68,500 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 66,002 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 66,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 61,989 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 47,505 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 37,989 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 30,181 miles

N/S/R seat belt not checked ---- child seat fitted

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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DG52 AEK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DG52 AEK, 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

How do I check the history of DG52 AEK?

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What year was DG52 AEK registered?

DG52 AEK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is DG52 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 AEK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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