2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BL51 LXO
2002 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 100,997 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jan 2017. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jan 2017
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,997 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL51 LXO Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/01/2016
- 100,997 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL51 LXO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Vauxhall Astra (BL51 LXO) between December 2005 and January 2016.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 January 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)”; “Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”; “Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)”.
BL51 LXO Mileage History
- 14/12/200518,212 mi
- 20/12/200630,348 mi+12,136 mi
- 11/12/200740,063 mi+9,715 mi
- 11/12/200848,681 mi+8,618 mi
- 01/12/200955,876 mi+7,195 mi
- 04/12/200955,939 mi+63 mi
- 09/12/201062,222 mi+6,283 mi
- 12/12/201168,957 mi+6,735 mi
- 11/12/201274,871 mi+5,914 mi
- 11/12/201382,490 mi+7,619 mi
- 31/12/201490,710 mi+8,220 mi
- 02/01/201590,720 mi+10 mi
- 02/01/2016100,997 mi+10,277 mi
Average of roughly 8,237 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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