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DX52 LYF

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,566 mi
Last recorded61,566 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 LYF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 61,566 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 58,953 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,073 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,152 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 50,086 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 46,724 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,707 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 42,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 38,689 miles

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

exhaust rear silencer heavily corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2009 34,417 miles

All tyres have age cracks

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 30,054 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 25,190 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 20,849 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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DX52 LYF is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DX52 LYF, 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 DX52 LYF registered?

DX52 LYF is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 LYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 LYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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