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RO02 DOU

2002 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,993 mi
Last recorded103,993 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 DOU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 103,993 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 103,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy brake hose,at inner wing. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 88,759 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 88,492 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak shocker not working (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 73,372 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 59,366 miles

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

both front tyres,are wearing low on inner edges. (note! step up in tread patterns.)

Fail 21 Sep 2013 59,366 miles

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

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

both front tyres,are wearing low on inner edges. (note! step up in tread patterns.)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 46,238 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

rear exhaust silencer,outer skin is corroding.

Pass 3 Oct 2011 33,250 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

rear tyres are starting to split

Pass 8 Oct 2010 23,589 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 23,022 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 22,167 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,167 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 18,899 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 14,308 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 8,748 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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RO02 DOU is a 2002 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RO02 DOU, 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 RO02 DOU registered?

RO02 DOU is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is RO02 DOU safe to buy?

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