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AU02 MWZ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 69,415 miles on the clock, averaging 8,355 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 MWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,415
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,355

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 reading69,415 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year8,355
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AU02 MWZ 25k36k47k58k69k '06'11'09

Check AU02 MWZ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,415 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,400 miles
Since last MOT+7,506 miles
PASS
Mileage61,894 miles
Since last MOT+13,147 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,747 miles
Since last MOT+8,951 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,796 miles
Since last MOT+9,128 miles
PASS
Mileage30,668 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage24,531 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 MWZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 MWZ

What car is AU02 MWZ?

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

What is the mileage of AU02 MWZ?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 MWZ was 69,415 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 MWZ passed its MOT?

AU02 MWZ has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2011.

Is AU02 MWZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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