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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 123,432 miles on the clock, averaging 8,121 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 BU02 JVR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,432 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,121 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BU02 JVR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BU02 JVR
What car is BU02 JVR?
BU02 JVR is a blue Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU02 JVR?
The last recorded mileage for BU02 JVR was 123,432 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU02 JVR passed its MOT?
BU02 JVR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2017.
How old is BU02 JVR?
BU02 JVR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.