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AV02 BKX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 99,559 miles on the clock, averaging 5,723 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 AV02 BKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,559
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,723

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,559 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,013
Average per year5,723
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV02 BKX 40k55k70k85k100k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,559 miles
Since last MOT+5,013 miles
PASS
Mileage94,546 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
PASS
Mileage94,542 miles
Since last MOT+2,763 miles
PASS
Mileage91,779 miles
Since last MOT+13,771 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage73,097 miles
Since last MOT+5,429 miles
PASS
Mileage67,668 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage62,277 miles
Since last MOT+6,292 miles
PASS
Mileage55,985 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,985 miles
Since last MOT+4,328 miles
PASS
Mileage51,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,657 miles
Since last MOT+5,492 miles
PASS
Mileage46,165 miles
Since last MOT+5,714 miles
PASS
Mileage40,451 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

RegistrationAV02 BKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AV02 BKX

What car is AV02 BKX?

AV02 BKX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AV02 BKX?

The last recorded mileage for AV02 BKX was 99,559 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV02 BKX passed its MOT?

AV02 BKX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2017.

Is AV02 BKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV02 BKX 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 AV02 BKX?

AV02 BKX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.