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DX02 YLM

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

87,614 mi
Last recorded87,614 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 87,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Cuts on outer wall. (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 83,091 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2017 83,091 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 76,998 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2016 76,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 71,835 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 19 Jan 2015 71,835 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 5 Feb 2014 69,079 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2013 65,185 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 65,185 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 60,707 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 60,707 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 53,728 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

general wear on front discs

metal brake pipes starting to rust in places

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

n/s/f tyre side wall wearing

o/s/r tyre starting to get low on tread

plastic covers fitted over sils

slight damage to front number plate

surface rust on parts of susp.

Fail 7 Feb 2011 53,728 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

general wear on front discs

metal brake pipes starting to rust in places

n/s/f tyre getting low on tread

n/s/f tyre side wall wearing

o/s/r tyre starting to get low on tread

plastic covers fitted over sils

slight damage to front number plate

surface rust on parts of susp.

Pass 30 Jan 2010 49,892 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 49,892 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

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

slight leak from steering rack n/s

Pass 18 Feb 2009 46,254 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2009 46,254 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 2 Sep 2008 49,552 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,552 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 39,092 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 33,220 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 YLM is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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

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