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DN51 DJK

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

204,128 mi
Last recorded204,128 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 DJK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 204,128 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 193,558 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 184,061 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 184,059 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2013 174,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 165,215 miles

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

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

front brake pads wearing low.

front tyres wearing on inner edges.

front wiper parking mechanism showing signs of intermittent wear.

offside headlamp beam pattern on limit.

rear fog lamp switch showing signs of wear.

rear wiper blade rubber part detatched.

some fading of front number plate.

some fading of resar number plate lamp lense.

some insecurity of nearside headlamp adjuster.

Pass 29 Nov 2011 151,007 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 1 Dec 2010 136,740 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 118,810 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 102,941 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 86,516 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 67,210 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 49,977 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 49,977 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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DN51 DJK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DN51 DJK, 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 DN51 DJK registered?

DN51 DJK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is DN51 DJK safe to buy?

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