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DN51 EDL

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

151,585 mi
Last recorded151,585 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 EDL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 151,585 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 147,133 miles

exhaust system corroding

steel brake pipes corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2016 140,437 miles

steel brake pipes corroding

Fail 26 Jun 2015 134,141 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 134,141 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 128,001 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 120,612 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 113,805 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 102,190 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 102,190 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 86,400 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 77,402 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 77,377 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 70,263 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 70,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 55,263 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 55,263 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 40,840 miles

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 EDL is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DN51 EDL, 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 DN51 EDL registered?

DN51 EDL is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is DN51 EDL safe to buy?

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