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AU02 UBW

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 134,476 miles on the clock, averaging 7,961 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 UBW

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,476
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,961

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,476 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,873
Average per year7,961
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AU02 UBW 80k94k107k121k134k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage134,476 miles
Since last MOT+5,873 miles
PASS
Mileage128,603 miles
Since last MOT+784 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,819 miles
Since last MOT+4,594 miles
PASS
Mileage123,225 miles
Since last MOT+13,089 miles
PASS
Mileage110,136 miles
Since last MOT+13,535 miles
PASS
Mileage96,601 miles
Since last MOT+9,186 miles
PASS
Mileage87,415 miles
Since last MOT+7,051 miles
PASS
Mileage80,364 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 UBW
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 UBW

What car is AU02 UBW?

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

What is the mileage of AU02 UBW?

The last recorded mileage for AU02 UBW was 134,476 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU02 UBW passed its MOT?

AU02 UBW has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 28 Sep 2013.

Is AU02 UBW ULEZ compliant?

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

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