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RO02 XTK

2002 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,404 mi
Last recorded75,404 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO02 XTK
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 75,404 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 75,404 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 68,493 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

brake pipes corroded

slight play front top shock mounts

Fail 20 Oct 2020 68,421 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe flex (6.1.2 (a))

both front tyres worn on outer edges

brake pipes corroded

slight play front top shock mounts

Pass 5 Apr 2019 63,448 miles

Exhaust mounting defective one rear silencer rubber mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 63,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective one rear silencer rubber mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 61,792 miles

Exhaust rubber mount missing

Nearside Slight power steering fluid leak from steering rack

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

Fail 14 Apr 2018 61,792 miles

Exhaust rubber mount missing

Nearside Slight power steering fluid leak from steering rack

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

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,288 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 58,650 miles

rear silencer flange to middle pipe corroded /poor condition

rear silencer hanger repaired with wire

Pass 20 Apr 2015 55,833 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 55,344 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,585 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 50,220 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,005 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 43,406 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 39,203 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 35,495 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 31,038 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 25,172 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 XTK is a 2002 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 XTK, 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 XTK registered?

RO02 XTK is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 2 April 2002.

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