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DU02 FKS

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,992 mi
Last recorded119,992 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 FKS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 119,992 miles

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

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

beam image reduced due to product on lenses

brake flexi furells corroded

fuel cap broken / seal still maintained

Fail 19 May 2017 119,983 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

beam image reduced due to product on lenses

brake flexi furells corroded

fuel cap broken / seal still maintained

Pass 2 Apr 2016 107,370 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

e/m warning light on

Fail 31 Mar 2016 107,360 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases emissions not tested (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

e/m warning light on

Pass 17 Nov 2014 91,008 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 73,922 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 73,922 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 67,355 miles

both steering rack boots, damp !.

n/s/f tyreworn on outer edge (BALD)

slight blow in exhaust rear section

some rust on several metal brake pipes, will require attention soon.

water in n/s/f headlamp unit.

Pass 17 Jan 2012 59,081 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 56,335 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 51,419 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 45,580 miles

offside brake hose ferule slightly corroded

offside front top shock mount slight play

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 27 Mar 2009 45,579 miles

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

offside brake hose ferule slightly corroded

offside front top shock mount slight play

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,689 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 29,106 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 24,454 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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DU02 FKS is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DU02 FKS, 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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DU02 FKS is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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