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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 136,149 miles on the clock, averaging 14,291 miles per year, above 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 RVC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,149 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,131 |
| Average per year | 14,291 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 RVC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 RVC
What car is AP02 RVC?
AP02 RVC is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AP02 RVC?
The last recorded mileage for AP02 RVC was 136,149 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP02 RVC passed its MOT?
AP02 RVC has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2012.
Is AP02 RVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP02 RVC 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 RVC?
AP02 RVC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.