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DS02 VKW

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,069 mi
Last recorded144,069 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 VKW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 144,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jan 2026 144,069 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 129,722 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 129,722 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 109,185 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 109,185 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 90,464 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 72,744 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 71,532 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 70,551 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 69,196 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 67,372 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 64,014 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 62,460 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 62,460 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 61,541 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 58,970 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 56,342 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 54,302 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 54,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 51,351 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 44,504 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 39,313 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 33,913 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,808 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 VKW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS02 VKW, 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 DS02 VKW registered?

DS02 VKW is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 July 2002.

Is DS02 VKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 VKW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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