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AM02 JHJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 121,513 miles on the clock, averaging 6,363 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AM02 JHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,513
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,363

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,513 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,363
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AM02 JHJ 29k52k75k98k122k '06'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,513 miles
Since last MOT+8,477 miles
PASS
Mileage113,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,036 miles
Since last MOT+6,666 miles
PASS
Mileage106,370 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,370 miles
Since last MOT+6,141 miles
PASS
Mileage100,229 miles
Since last MOT+1,141 miles
PASS
Mileage99,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,088 miles
Since last MOT+7,418 miles
PASS
Mileage91,670 miles
Since last MOT+6,550 miles
PASS
Mileage85,120 miles
Since last MOT+9,019 miles
PASS
Mileage76,101 miles
Since last MOT+8,701 miles
PASS
Mileage67,400 miles
Since last MOT+7,400 miles
PASS
Mileage60,000 miles
Since last MOT+8,475 miles
PASS
Mileage51,525 miles
Since last MOT+8,249 miles
PASS
Mileage43,276 miles
Since last MOT+6,556 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,720 miles
Since last MOT+8,110 miles
PASS
Mileage28,610 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 JHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAM — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AM02 JHJ

What car is AM02 JHJ?

AM02 JHJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.

What is the mileage of AM02 JHJ?

The last recorded mileage for AM02 JHJ was 121,513 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AM02 JHJ passed its MOT?

AM02 JHJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2021.

Is AM02 JHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM02 JHJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AM02 JHJ?

AM02 JHJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.