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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 111,695 miles on the clock, averaging 8,305 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 WLO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 136 |
| Average per year | 8,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BW02 WLO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BW02 WLO
What car is BW02 WLO?
BW02 WLO is a black Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BW02 WLO?
The last recorded mileage for BW02 WLO was 111,695 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW02 WLO passed its MOT?
BW02 WLO has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2012.
How old is BW02 WLO?
BW02 WLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.