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DX02 YKE

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

114,061 mi
Last recorded114,061 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 YKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 114,061 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

o/s headlamp weak beam pattern

Fail 1 Jul 2017 114,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect water on lens (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s headlamp weak beam pattern

Pass 4 Jul 2016 105,643 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

headlamp patterns weak, cloudy lens

Pass 3 Jul 2015 91,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s front tyre perished & cracking.

Fail 2 Jul 2015 91,956 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s front tyre perished & cracking.

Fail 20 May 2015 91,951 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall perished

offside front tyre sidewall perished

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 28 May 2014 83,973 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 82,471 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

chip in zone A of screen

front to rear main brake pipe near fuel filter starting to corrode

o/s/f brake flexi ferrels starting to corrode

o/s/r brake pipe lsv to flexi starting to corrode

slight play in both front strut tops

Pass 12 Aug 2013 82,471 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

chip in zone A of screen

front to rear main brake pipe near fuel filter starting to corrode

o/s/f brake flexi ferrels starting to corrode

o/s/r brake pipe lsv to flexi starting to corrode

slight play in both front strut tops

Pass 6 Aug 2012 130,289 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 130,289 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 73,026 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 68,992 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2009 64,199 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2009 64,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 57,000 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 52,700 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 51,241 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 51,241 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 44,250 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 44,250 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 YKE is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 YKE, 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 YKE is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 April 2002.

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