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DX02 XSM

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,181 mi
Last recorded89,181 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 89,181 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 75,455 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 69,524 miles

front headlights are cloudy not affecting performance

Pass 10 Jan 2014 65,920 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 62,389 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jan 2013 62,389 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,576 miles

Both fron t brake pipes are rusty.

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Exhaust system is corroded.

Slight dampness around steering rack n/s gaiter.

Pass 18 Oct 2010 52,508 miles

Both headlamp aims are on limit

Covers impede parts of the inspection

N/S wiper blade is split slightly

Fail 19 Oct 2009 49,913 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S/F seat belt started to frey

O/S/R tyre slight perished

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 49,913 miles

O/S/F seat belt started to frey

O/S/R tyre slight perished

Nail in offside rear tyre

Covers impede parts of the inspection

Fail 21 Oct 2008 45,143 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 45,143 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 41,001 miles

Both number plates water ingrest

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Oct 2007 41,001 miles

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

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

Both number plates water ingrest

Engine oil leak from sump

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

reverse lights not working

Pass 24 Oct 2006 37,441 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2005 33,324 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 XSM 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 DX02 XSM, 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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DX02 XSM is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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