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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 138,295 miles on the clock, averaging 9,005 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 BT02 EJL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,295 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,821 |
| Average per year | 9,005 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BT02 EJL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BT02 EJL
What car is BT02 EJL?
BT02 EJL is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT02 EJL?
The last recorded mileage for BT02 EJL was 138,295 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT02 EJL passed its MOT?
BT02 EJL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2017.
Is BT02 EJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT02 EJL 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 BT02 EJL?
BT02 EJL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.