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AX02 TKN

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 104,532 miles on the clock, averaging 6,279 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 AX02 TKN

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,532
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,279

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 reading104,532 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,766
Average per year6,279
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX02 TKN 43k58k74k89k105k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage104,532 miles
Since last MOT+4,766 miles
PASS
Mileage99,766 miles
Since last MOT+4,055 miles
PASS
Mileage95,711 miles
Since last MOT+5,178 miles
PASS
Mileage90,533 miles
Since last MOT+5,653 miles
PASS
Mileage84,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,880 miles
Since last MOT+8,745 miles
PASS
Mileage76,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,135 miles
Since last MOT+10,441 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,694 miles
Since last MOT+7,379 miles
PASS
Mileage58,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,419 miles
PASS
Mileage53,896 miles
Since last MOT+10,996 miles
PASS
Mileage42,900 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

RegistrationAX02 TKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About AX02 TKN

What car is AX02 TKN?

AX02 TKN is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2002.

What is the mileage of AX02 TKN?

The last recorded mileage for AX02 TKN was 104,532 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX02 TKN passed its MOT?

AX02 TKN has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 1 Jun 2016.

Is AX02 TKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX02 TKN 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 AX02 TKN?

AX02 TKN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.