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RO02 GYT

2002 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,103 mi
Last recorded75,103 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 GYT
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 75,103 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

engine check light on

rear seatbelts not tested

Fail 27 Mar 2015 75,100 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Coolant leak

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine check light on

rear seatbelts not tested

Pass 8 Apr 2014 73,694 miles

Em light on

Pass 15 Mar 2013 66,225 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 61,971 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 56,487 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,260 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 46,484 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,332 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 37,660 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 32,144 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 GYT is a 2002 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GYT, 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 RO02 GYT registered?

RO02 GYT is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RO02 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO02 GYT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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