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AU02 MPO

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 92,199 miles on the clock, averaging 7,394 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 AU02 MPO

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,199
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
7,394

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,199 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,665
Average per year7,394
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AU02 MPO 47k58k69k81k92k '06'12'10

Check AU02 MPO

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,199 miles
Since last MOT+2,665 miles
PASS
Mileage89,534 miles
Since last MOT+12,486 miles
PASS
Mileage77,048 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,994 miles
Since last MOT+11,100 miles
PASS
Mileage65,894 miles
Since last MOT+11,053 miles
PASS
Mileage54,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,271 miles
PASS
Mileage46,570 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 MPO
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 MPO

What car is AU02 MPO?

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

What is the mileage of AU02 MPO?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 MPO was 92,199 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 MPO passed its MOT?

AU02 MPO has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Mar 2012.

Is AU02 MPO ULEZ compliant?

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

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