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DV02 EKX

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

124,110 mi
Last recorded124,110 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV02 EKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 124,110 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

middle and rear part exhaust deteriorated

sills have plastic covers

Pass 9 Aug 2013 116,493 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 116,493 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 110,047 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 104,129 miles

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

Nearside front brake component has misting of fluid

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2010 98,667 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 93,449 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 92,620 miles

offside front top shock mount worn

Fail 20 May 2009 92,620 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

offside front top shock mount worn

Pass 9 May 2008 79,725 miles

offside front track rod end gaiter split

oil leak

Pass 23 May 2007 67,722 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2007 67,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 53,455 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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DV02 EKX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DV02 EKX, 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 DV02 EKX registered?

DV02 EKX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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