2002 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- VAUXHALL
- Year
- 2002
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- BLUE
- Engine
- 1994 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Untaxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 10 May 2014
- Last recorded mileage
- 65,056 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 53/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2002 Vauxhall has 10 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 65,056 miles. The vehicle's age and mileage trajectory warrant a thorough inspection.
The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 11,632 miles/year, with a notable spike of 19,483 miles in the 12 months to April 2013.
Things to check
- Recurring suspension failures (2007, 2011) and shock absorber leaks (2005, 2011) indicate chronic neglect.
- Brake system issues (leaks 2007, worn discs 2013) and tyre wear (2007, 2013) show a pattern of deferred maintenance.
- The 2010 service gap is a significant concern, suggesting periods of inactivity or poor care.
- The vehicle is currently Untaxed and has a Not Valid MOT, requiring immediate re-registration and a new test.
Working in its favour
- Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
- Consistent mileage trajectory over 24 years, averaging 11,632 miles/year, is a positive sign.
- No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering in the provided MOT history.
- The vehicle has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating a robust design.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 8/10 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2005 | PASS | 65,056 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
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| Sep 2006 | PASS | 76,950 mi | None recorded |
| Sep 2007 | FAIL | 87,650 mi |
FAIL Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c) FAIL Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) FAIL Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
|
| Sep 2007 | PASS | 87,650 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2008 | PASS | 97,551 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2009 | PASS | 102,905 mi |
USER ENTERED steering rack worn
|
| May 2011 | FAIL | 108,591 mi |
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) FAIL Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) FAIL Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) FAIL Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) FAIL Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3) ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7) USER ENTERED nearside rear brake sticking slightly
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| May 2011 | PASS | 108,591 mi | None recorded |
| May 2012 | PASS | 112,329 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f) ADVISORY Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f) ADVISORY Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d) ADVISORY Offside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
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| Apr 2013 | PASS | 131,812 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i) ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i) ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f) ADVISORY Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU52 WVS, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.