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DX52 SXK

2002 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

236,512 mi
Last recorded236,512 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Astra79,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 SXK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 236,512 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 236,512 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 217,013 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2012 208,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2011 196,519 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

o/s/f tyre inner side wall is bold

Pass 5 Jan 2010 184,783 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 167,122 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 154,012 miles

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)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 139,918 miles

condensation in offside headlamp

Pass 4 Jan 2006 127,893 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 SXK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SXK, 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 SXK registered?

DX52 SXK is a 2002 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is DX52 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 SXK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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