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At a glance
This 2000 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 163,566 miles on the clock, averaging 3,416 miles per year, well 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 BP02 GPE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 163,566 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,486 |
| Average per year | 3,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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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
| Registration | BP02 GPE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2000 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BP02 GPE
What car is BP02 GPE?
BP02 GPE is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2000.
What is the mileage of BP02 GPE?
The last recorded mileage for BP02 GPE was 163,566 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP02 GPE passed its MOT?
BP02 GPE has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Oct 2011.
Is BP02 GPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP02 GPE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2000, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BP02 GPE?
BP02 GPE is approximately 26 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.