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DS52 CUC

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,501 mi
Last recorded82,501 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 CUC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2012 82,501 miles

corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 20 Feb 2012 82,499 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 13 Dec 2011 81,263 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 26 Nov 2011 80,920 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

STEERING RACK IS DAMP

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 77,838 miles

nearside front suspension has a creak from top mount

Pass 6 Nov 2009 73,687 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2009 73,680 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 66,800 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 51,173 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,923 miles

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

sill covers fitted(sills not seen)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 18,060 miles

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

possible puncture passenger side rear tyre

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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DS52 CUC is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DS52 CUC, 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 DS52 CUC registered?

DS52 CUC is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is DS52 CUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 CUC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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