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DS51 BKA

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,674 mi
Last recorded71,674 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 BKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 71,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 69,697 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 67,367 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 64,863 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both side (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 62,035 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 58,818 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,783 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 45,460 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 45,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 38,778 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 37,186 miles

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 24 Jul 2009 35,212 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 35,212 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 33,010 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 30,405 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 27,611 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 BKA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BKA, 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 BKA registered?

DS51 BKA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 February 2002.

Is DS51 BKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS51 BKA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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