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DX02 YGA

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

128,968 mi
Last recorded128,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 YGA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 128,968 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both (4.1.4 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play o/s rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 121,324 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s rear, o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded n/s rear, o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s front, o/s front (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 121,319 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s rear, o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded n/s rear, o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s front, o/s front (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 118,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 115,540 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s, o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2018 111,979 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 111,979 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Headlamp aim too high o/s front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 108,039 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 108,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 103,013 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 97,729 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 92,551 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 86,697 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

parking brake just met requirement

Pass 24 May 2012 80,239 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

parking brske just met require ment limet

Pass 19 May 2011 72,729 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 70,648 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 62,403 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 55,377 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 55,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2007 98,604 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2007 98,604 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 82,986 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 82,986 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 YGA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DX02 YGA, 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 DX02 YGA registered?

DX02 YGA is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is DX02 YGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 YGA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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