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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 76,666 miles on the clock, averaging 3,351 miles per year, well 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 AP02 HLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,666 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,351 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AP02 HLJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AP02 HLJ
What car is AP02 HLJ?
AP02 HLJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AP02 HLJ?
The last recorded mileage for AP02 HLJ was 76,666 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP02 HLJ passed its MOT?
AP02 HLJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2019.
Is AP02 HLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP02 HLJ 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 AP02 HLJ?
AP02 HLJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.