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DX02 XMV

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

108,887 mi
Last recorded108,887 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 XMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 108,887 miles

oil level low

Fail 19 May 2017 108,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

oil level low

Pass 19 May 2016 100,438 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 100,438 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 95,252 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 91,585 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 91,585 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 86,893 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 86,893 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 85,230 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 80,140 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 73,372 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 73,372 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 65,948 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 65,948 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 57,951 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 51,147 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 43,714 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 37,083 miles

Front wipers split, Rear silencer coroded but not blowing.

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 XMV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 XMV, 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

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What year was DX02 XMV registered?

DX02 XMV is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is DX02 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 XMV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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