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DK52 VXY

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

102,591 mi
Last recorded102,591 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 VXY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 102,591 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 102,591 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 102,496 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up excessive play (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front exhaust flexy pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight play

Pass 22 Nov 2018 95,777 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2018 95,777 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 92,279 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2017 92,023 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Brake hose flexi ferrules corroded

Coolant system pressurizing

Front Oil leak ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Nov 2016 86,063 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 86,063 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 80,355 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 80,355 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 73,693 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 73,693 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 66,818 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 59,351 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 50,768 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2011 50,768 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 42,916 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 36,696 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 31,440 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 29,705 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 26,050 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 20,217 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DK52 VXY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 DK52 VXY, 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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What year was DK52 VXY registered?

DK52 VXY is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is DK52 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 VXY shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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