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CU02 PXH

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 97,882 miles on the clock, averaging 6,832 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 PXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,882
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,832

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,882 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,694
Average per year6,832
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU02 PXH 55k66k76k87k98k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage97,882 miles
Since last MOT+2,694 miles
PASS
Mileage95,188 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,149 miles
Since last MOT+8,729 miles
PASS
Mileage86,420 miles
Since last MOT+8,329 miles
PASS
Mileage78,091 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,091 miles
Since last MOT+413 miles
PASS
Mileage77,678 miles
Since last MOT+6,555 miles
PASS
Mileage71,123 miles
Since last MOT+4,866 miles
PASS
Mileage66,257 miles
Since last MOT+11,432 miles
PASS
Mileage54,825 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 PXH
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 PXH

What car is CU02 PXH?

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

What is the mileage of CU02 PXH?

The last recorded mileage for CU02 PXH was 97,882 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU02 PXH passed its MOT?

CU02 PXH has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2012.

Is CU02 PXH ULEZ compliant?

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

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