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RL51 HNH

2002 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,815 mi
Last recorded98,815 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 HNH
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2013 98,815 miles

exhaust blowing very slightly at centre silencer.

exhaust corroded and weak at rear joint.

rear brake discs severely corroded on inner faces:- recommend new.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 92,993 miles

rear silencer and flange corroded and in poor condition.

Pass 25 Jan 2011 89,200 miles

rear brake discs corroded/pitted on inner faces.

Fail 24 Jan 2011

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

rear brake discs corroded/pitted on inner edges.

Pass 19 Jan 2010 84,160 miles

front brake discs corroded.

offside front brake reading fluctuating under constant pressure.

Pass 13 Jan 2009 80,248 miles

nearside front tyre tread low on outer edge.

nearside rear tyre tread low.

Pass 4 Jan 2008 72,881 miles

front brake discs/pads appear to be wearing unevenly.

Pass 4 Jan 2007 64,000 miles

plastic covers prevent full inspection of sills.

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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RL51 HNH is a 2002 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RL51 HNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL51 HNH registered?

RL51 HNH is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is RL51 HNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL51 HNH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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