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FN52 VBD

2002 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,946 mi
Last recorded124,946 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 VBD
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 124,946 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 123,004 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 121,185 miles

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

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

Nearside head lamp dim image and adjuster not working {aim within limit}

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

Offside Front coil spring used part fitted retested

head lamp switch deteriorated

Fail 14 Aug 2017 121,150 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides split (8.2.2)

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

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

Nearside head lamp dim image and adjuster not working {aim within limit}

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

head lamp switch deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2016 119,655 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 119,640 miles

Nearside 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 Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 114,863 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 107,509 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 95,690 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 84,693 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 84,693 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 76,070 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 66,241 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 66,231 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 55,059 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 55,056 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 43,043 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 37,432 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 37,432 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

advise exhaust back box in poor condition!

advise n/s/r tyre nailed!

Pass 9 Aug 2006 30,306 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 30,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FN52 VBD is a 2002 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FN52 VBD, 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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FN52 VBD is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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