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AU02 MXB

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 151,695 miles on the clock, averaging 9,190 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 AU02 MXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,695
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,190

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,695 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,337
Average per year9,190
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AU02 MXB 53k78k102k127k152k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,695 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage146,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,358 miles
Since last MOT+6,951 miles
PASS
Mileage139,407 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage132,876 miles
Since last MOT+6,639 miles
PASS
Mileage126,237 miles
Since last MOT+6,647 miles
PASS
Mileage119,590 miles
Since last MOT+4,078 miles
PASS
Mileage115,512 miles
Since last MOT+9,219 miles
PASS
Mileage106,293 miles
Since last MOT+188 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,105 miles
Since last MOT+11,427 miles
PASS
Mileage94,678 miles
Since last MOT+215 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,463 miles
Since last MOT+11,013 miles
PASS
Mileage83,450 miles
Since last MOT+16,244 miles
PASS
Mileage67,206 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,183 miles
Since last MOT+13,991 miles
PASS
Mileage53,192 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 MXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AU02 MXB

What car is AU02 MXB?

AU02 MXB is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AU02 MXB?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 MXB was 151,695 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 MXB passed its MOT?

AU02 MXB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2017.

Is AU02 MXB ULEZ compliant?

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

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