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BW02 HLP

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 79,540 miles on the clock, averaging 8,379 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 BW02 HLP

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,540
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,379

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading79,540 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,476
Average per year8,379
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BW02 HLP 21k36k50k65k80k '05'12'09

Check BW02 HLP

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage79,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,476 miles
PASS
Mileage74,064 miles
Since last MOT+6,992 miles
PASS
Mileage67,072 miles
Since last MOT+9,201 miles
PASS
Mileage57,871 miles
Since last MOT+8,512 miles
PASS
Mileage49,359 miles
Since last MOT+9,768 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,591 miles
Since last MOT+8,598 miles
PASS
Mileage30,993 miles
Since last MOT+9,948 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,045 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

RegistrationBW02 HLP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBW — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About BW02 HLP

What car is BW02 HLP?

BW02 HLP is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BW02 HLP?

The last recorded mileage for BW02 HLP was 79,540 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BW02 HLP passed its MOT?

BW02 HLP has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2012.

Is BW02 HLP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW02 HLP 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 BW02 HLP?

BW02 HLP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.