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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 145,186 miles on the clock, averaging 4,002 miles per year, well 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 VNR
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 145,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 4,002 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | CU02 VNR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About CU02 VNR
What car is CU02 VNR?
CU02 VNR is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU02 VNR?
The last recorded mileage for CU02 VNR was 145,186 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU02 VNR passed its MOT?
CU02 VNR has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2014.
Is CU02 VNR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU02 VNR 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 CU02 VNR?
CU02 VNR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.