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CU02 BYH

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 92,972 miles on the clock, averaging 6,907 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for CU02 BYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,907

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,972 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,828
Average per year6,907
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU02 BYH 43k55k68k80k93k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage92,972 miles
Since last MOT+7,828 miles
PASS
Mileage85,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,144 miles
Since last MOT+7,111 miles
PASS
Mileage78,033 miles
Since last MOT+2,223 miles
PASS
Mileage75,810 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,785 miles
Since last MOT+6,980 miles
PASS
Mileage68,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,805 miles
Since last MOT+10,610 miles
PASS
Mileage58,195 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,195 miles
Since last MOT+15,286 miles
PASS
Mileage42,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,909 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

RegistrationCU02 BYH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CU02 BYH

What car is CU02 BYH?

CU02 BYH is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.

What is the mileage of CU02 BYH?

The last recorded mileage for CU02 BYH was 92,972 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU02 BYH passed its MOT?

CU02 BYH has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 6 Aug 2013.

Is CU02 BYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU02 BYH 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 CU02 BYH?

CU02 BYH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.