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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 172,437 miles on the clock, averaging 10,419 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 CP02 BRZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,437 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 36 |
| Average per year | 10,419 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | CP02 BRZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About CP02 BRZ
What car is CP02 BRZ?
CP02 BRZ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CP02 BRZ?
The last recorded mileage for CP02 BRZ was 172,437 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP02 BRZ passed its MOT?
CP02 BRZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2012.
Is CP02 BRZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP02 BRZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CP02 BRZ?
CP02 BRZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.