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CU02 LMY

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 109,080 miles on the clock, averaging 17,899 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 CU02 LMY

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,080
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
17,899

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading109,080 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year17,899
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU02 LMY 65k76k87k98k109k '06'08'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,080 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,079 miles
Since last MOT+18,891 miles
PASS
Mileage90,188 miles
Since last MOT+25,050 miles
PASS
Mileage65,138 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 LMY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CU02 LMY

What car is CU02 LMY?

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

What is the mileage of CU02 LMY?

The last recorded mileage for CU02 LMY was 109,080 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU02 LMY passed its MOT?

CU02 LMY has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Oct 2008.

Is CU02 LMY ULEZ compliant?

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

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