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DX02 PYZ

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

74,512 mi
Last recorded74,512 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 PYZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2011 74,512 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 63,607 miles

Damage to windscreen from wiper blades

N/S/F brake pipe is rusty

O/S/F brake pipe is rusty

Rear tyres are perished

Tyre size 195/60/15

Fail 14 Feb 2011 63,607 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)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Damage to windscreen from wiper blades

N/S/F brake pipe is rusty

O/S/F brake pipe is rusty

Rear tyres are perished

Tyre size 195/60/15

Pass 12 Feb 2010 58,666 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 58,666 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2009 54,464 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 54,464 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 49,905 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2008 49,905 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 44,801 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 39,741 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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DX02 PYZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Blue 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 DX02 PYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX02 PYZ?

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What year was DX02 PYZ registered?

DX02 PYZ is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is DX02 PYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 PYZ 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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