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DS02 CXA

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,055 mi
Last recorded170,055 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 CXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 170,055 miles

Engine warning light on

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

Fail 6 Aug 2015 170,047 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Engine warning light on

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 153,878 miles

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

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 3 Aug 2013 149,014 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 137,659 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 127,502 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 127,502 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010
Fail 1 Sep 2010 116,210 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 3 Aug 2009 104,313 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Aug 2009 104,313 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 91,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 91,410 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 78,153 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 64,853 miles

Off side rear tyre wearing unevenly at inner edge.

Rear silencer outer skin in poor condition.

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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DS02 CXA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DS02 CXA, 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 DS02 CXA registered?

DS02 CXA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 August 2002.

Is DS02 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 CXA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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