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RO52 JFX

2002 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,721 mi
Last recorded157,721 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 JFX
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 157,721 miles

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

corrosion underside

Fail 2 Jun 2018 157,718 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

corrosion underside

Pass 5 Dec 2016 157,337 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 155,042 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 152,109 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 146,312 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 146,299 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 97,410 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 94,158 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 87,431 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 87,431 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 84,023 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 80,419 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 71,484 miles

slight exhaust blow from front pipe & rear silencer.

Pass 14 Sep 2006 62,338 miles

rear brake pads low.

rear exhaust silencer starting to break up (outer skin).

Pass 24 Sep 2005 53,747 miles

all tyres getting low.

rear silencer corrision

slight exhaust blow from front down pipe.

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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RO52 JFX is a 2002 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RO52 JFX, 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 RO52 JFX registered?

RO52 JFX is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is RO52 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 JFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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