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FB02 JXU

2002 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

168,498 mi
Last recorded168,498 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 JXU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 168,498 miles

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

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

boot full

childseats fitted

engine light on

oil leak

rear coil spring rusty

Fail 9 Dec 2015 168,498 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak

rear coil spring rusty

engine light on

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

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

boot full

childseats fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 161,072 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

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

e/m/light on dash

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 10 Nov 2014 161,072 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

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

e/m/light on dash

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2013 145,119 miles

outer sills covered,engine management lamp on,both front top mounts worn/slight play,offside rear tyre nearing tread wear bars 3mm,

Fail 16 Oct 2013 145,119 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

outer sills covered,engine management lamp on,both front top mounts worn/slight play,offside rear tyre nearing tread wear bars 3mm,

Pass 14 Nov 2012 131,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front wiper blades split

both rear tyres perished and nearside wearing on inner edge

exhaust corroded

offside headlamp loose

offside rear bumper damaged

Pass 2 Nov 2011 116,013 miles

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

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

offside outer cv boot weeping

offside rear tyre perished

outer sills covered

Fail 2 Nov 2011 116,013 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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

offside outer cv boot weeping

offside rear tyre perished

outer sills covered

Pass 9 Nov 2010 101,802 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 101,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

brake fluid level low

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

outer sills covered

steering rack damp

tested in damp conditions

Pass 16 Nov 2009 88,954 miles

exhaust corroded and slight blow flexy pipe

Pass 16 Jan 2009 84,659 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 75,021 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 58,032 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 57,969 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 52,238 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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FB02 JXU is a 2002 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 78,917 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 Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB02 JXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FB02 JXU is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 23 August 2002.

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