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FP02 VZM

2002 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,215 mi
Last recorded44,215 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2009
Typical for 2002 Opel Astra78,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 VZM
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2009 44,215 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 44,215 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 36,638 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 36,633 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 26,260 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 26,260 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,493 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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FP02 VZM is a 2002 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP02 VZM, 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 FP02 VZM registered?

FP02 VZM is a 2002 Opel Astra, first registered on 23 April 2002.

Is FP02 VZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 VZM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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