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DS51 BFZ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,308 mi
Last recorded77,308 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 BFZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 77,308 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolant leak (radiator)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 74,357 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both sides rear tyres starting to crack

items removed from drivers view

n/s/r shock absorber shroud broken

nail [x2] o/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre worn[ bald] at inner edge

oil leak

slight play both sides steering rack inner joints

Fail 13 Aug 2015 74,295 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both sides rear tyres starting to crack

items removed from drivers view

n/s/r shock absorber shroud broken

nail [x2] o/s/r tyre

o/s/f tyre worn[ bald] at inner edge

oil leak

slight play both sides steering rack inner joints

Pass 7 Aug 2014 70,958 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 70,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 67,337 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 64,031 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 61,023 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 57,667 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 55,290 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 52,746 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 49,466 miles

rear number plate weathering

sils covered. unable to check

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 46,180 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 41,955 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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DS51 BFZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc 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 DS51 BFZ, 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 DS51 BFZ registered?

DS51 BFZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 February 2002.

Is DS51 BFZ safe to buy?

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