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AU02 MJY

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 138,879 miles on the clock, averaging 7,569 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AU02 MJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,879
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,569

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading138,879 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,598
Average per year7,569
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AU02 MJY 39k64k89k114k139k '06'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,879 miles
Since last MOT+2,598 miles
PASS
Mileage136,281 miles
Since last MOT+4,255 miles
PASS
Mileage132,026 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage124,848 miles
Since last MOT+2,864 miles
PASS
Mileage121,984 miles
Since last MOT+928 miles
PASS
Mileage121,056 miles
Since last MOT+1,049 miles
PASS
Mileage120,007 miles
Since last MOT+341 miles
PASS
Mileage119,666 miles
Since last MOT+9,780 miles
PASS
Mileage109,886 miles
Since last MOT+9,412 miles
PASS
Mileage100,474 miles
Since last MOT+20,947 miles
PASS
Mileage79,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,527 miles
Since last MOT+12,899 miles
PASS
Mileage66,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,628 miles
Since last MOT+14,988 miles
PASS
Mileage51,640 miles
Since last MOT+12,732 miles
PASS
Mileage38,908 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

RegistrationAU02 MJY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 MJY

What car is AU02 MJY?

AU02 MJY is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AU02 MJY?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 MJY was 138,879 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 MJY passed its MOT?

AU02 MJY has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2019.

Is AU02 MJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AU02 MJY 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 AU02 MJY?

AU02 MJY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.