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DK02 PYP

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

152,110 mi
Last recorded152,110 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 PYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 152,110 miles

Battery insecure

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Engine man. light on

Front disc's pitted/rusty too limits

Fail 1 Jun 2011 152,110 miles

Battery insecure

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Engine man. light on

Front disc's pitted/rusty too limits

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 140,578 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 140,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2008 127,705 miles

both front tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges due to under inflated tyre pressures

offside and nearside front windows are tinted may or may not be legal

Fail 5 Aug 2008 127,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges due to under inflated tyre pressures

offside and nearside front windows are tinted may or may not be legal

Pass 29 Jun 2007 118,995 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 110,863 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 110,863 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape †nearside front tyre near legal limit

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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DK02 PYP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DK02 PYP, 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 DK02 PYP registered?

DK02 PYP is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is DK02 PYP safe to buy?

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