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DV02 XEX

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

146,932 mi
Last recorded146,932 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV02 XEX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 146,932 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 146,930 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 132,640 miles

Offside Rear sills covered heavily with sealant

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

brake pipes covered heavily with sealant

Fail 1 Apr 2019 132,630 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low O/S,N/S (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side NOT WORKING (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER & OUTER SILL HOLED & CORRODED TO EXCESS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 125,584 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

both headlamps slight movement

number plate lamp lens damaged

Fail 16 Apr 2018 125,584 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

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

both headlamps slight movement

number plate lamp lens damaged

Pass 26 May 2016 124,779 miles

Nearside Front head lamp iens slight dis colour

copper slip on all brake pipes

slight play in inner steering rack inner joints

Fail 13 May 2016 124,769 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 121,660 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 121,660 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 118,919 miles

nearside front offside front tyre shoulders wearing

osr tyre cracking with age

Fail 10 Apr 2014 118,807 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

nearside front offside front tyre shoulders wearing

osr tyre cracking with age

Pass 8 May 2013 112,622 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 106,895 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 96,953 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 96,747 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2009 86,362 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 86,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

engine management light on

front brake imbalance 15%

Fail 13 Dec 2008 73,824 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 73,824 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 69,535 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 53,647 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 XEX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 DV02 XEX, 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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DV02 XEX is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 July 2002.

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