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CV02 AVL

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 108,582 miles on the clock, averaging 7,981 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for CV02 AVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,582
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,981

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,582 miles
Reading date
Miles last year28
Average per year7,981
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV02 AVL 13k37k61k85k109k '05'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,582 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,554 miles
Since last MOT+2,503 miles
PASS
Mileage106,051 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,079 miles
Since last MOT+6,080 miles
PASS
Mileage99,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,999 miles
Since last MOT+4,968 miles
PASS
Mileage95,031 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,031 miles
Since last MOT+9,833 miles
PASS
Mileage85,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,198 miles
Since last MOT+10,609 miles
PASS
Mileage74,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,567 miles
PASS
Mileage66,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,022 miles
Since last MOT+7,936 miles
PASS
Mileage58,086 miles
Since last MOT+10,514 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,572 miles
Since last MOT+9,412 miles
PASS
Mileage38,160 miles
Since last MOT+8,209 miles
PASS
Mileage29,951 miles
Since last MOT+8,951 miles
PASS
Mileage21,000 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
PASS
Mileage12,566 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

RegistrationCV02 AVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CV02 AVL

What car is CV02 AVL?

CV02 AVL is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.

What is the mileage of CV02 AVL?

The last recorded mileage for CV02 AVL was 108,582 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV02 AVL passed its MOT?

CV02 AVL has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2017.

Is CV02 AVL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV02 AVL 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 CV02 AVL?

CV02 AVL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.