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DS02 CXK

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

135,676 mi
Last recorded135,676 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 135,676 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 135,676 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 133,133 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 133,133 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 122,347 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2010 97,103 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 97,103 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 88,351 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 88,162 miles

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

offside handbrake readings low

rear exhaust starting to rust

Pass 28 Aug 2008 75,539 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 62,900 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 48,695 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 48,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 34,772 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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DS02 CXK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CXK, 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 CXK registered?

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

Is DS02 CXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 CXK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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