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FH02 BVE

2002 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,006 mi
Last recorded120,006 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 BVE
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 120,006 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 110,436 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 105,059 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012

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

Fail 6 Feb 2012

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 88,242 miles

front discs worn

fuel tank heavily corroded

plastic sill trims fitted

Fail 8 Jan 2011 88,221 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a) DANGEROUS

front discs worn

fuel tank heavily corroded

plastic sill trims fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,227 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 62,121 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 50,090 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 50,063 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 39,379 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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FH02 BVE is a 2002 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FH02 BVE, 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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What year was FH02 BVE registered?

FH02 BVE is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is FH02 BVE safe to buy?

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