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RO02 KCU

2002 Opel Astra

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,488 mi
Last recorded86,488 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 KCU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 86,488 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 82,565 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside rear tyre tread low (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust corroded

unable to fully inspect brake pads with wheels fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 82,565 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 79,229 miles

Brake pad warning up on dashboard,unable to see brake pads.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Aug 2014 79,229 miles

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

Brake pad warning up on dashboard,unable to see brake pads.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2013 74,937 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

pad warning light on dash

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2013 74,937 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

pad warning light on dash

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2012 70,183 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,332 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 62,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 57,257 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 52,822 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 46,016 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 46,016 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 39,952 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 KCU is a 2002 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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