2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FV51 HJC
2002 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2002. Recorded mileage 177,238 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jun 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,238 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV51 HJC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2023
- 177,238 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV51 HJC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Vauxhall Astra (FV51 HJC) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”.
FV51 HJC Mileage History
- 16/06/2022168,708 mi
- 16/06/2022168,708 mi
- 15/06/2023177,238 mi+8,530 mi
Average of roughly 8,561 miles per year across 3 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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