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RJ02 OAC

2002 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,657 mi
Last recorded108,657 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ02 OAC
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2020 108,657 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 107,841 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 106,939 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 105,421 miles

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

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

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

both rear coil springs heavily corroded not broken at time of test

Pass 29 Jul 2016 104,227 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 103,221 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 102,601 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 11 Jul 2013 101,044 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 99,753 miles
Pass 15 May 2011 98,732 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2010 98,101 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 96,545 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 84,333 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 69,021 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,158 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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RJ02 OAC is a 2002 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RJ02 OAC, 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 RJ02 OAC registered?

RJ02 OAC is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 15 May 2002.

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