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DHZ 1173

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,361 mi
Last recorded90,361 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 1173
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 90,361 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 84,046 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 79,557 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 79,557 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2014 78,475 miles

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

both headlamps misty pattern ok

Fail 20 Dec 2014 78,475 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both headlamps misty pattern ok

Pass 2 Jan 2014 76,868 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 76,868 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 72,782 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 69,960 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 May 2011 62,975 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 10 May 2011 62,974 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 May 2010 54,895 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 51,725 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 45,382 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 37,405 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 31,100 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,241 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 23,241 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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DHZ 1173 is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DHZ 1173, 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 DHZ 1173 registered?

DHZ 1173 is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DHZ 1173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHZ 1173 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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