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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 7 (36% pass rate). It has 122,772 miles on the clock, averaging 8,915 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 YCY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | BU02 YCY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| 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 YCY
What car is BU02 YCY?
BU02 YCY is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU02 YCY?
The last recorded mileage for BU02 YCY was 122,772 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU02 YCY passed its MOT?
BU02 YCY has had 11 MOT tests with a 36% pass rate (4 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2013.
Is BU02 YCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU02 YCY 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 BU02 YCY?
BU02 YCY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.