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CX02 VMJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Bangor, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 82,035 miles on the clock, averaging 6,680 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 CX02 VMJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,035
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,680

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 reading82,035 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,699
Average per year6,680
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CX02 VMJ 32k45k57k70k82k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,035 miles
Since last MOT+5,699 miles
PASS
Mileage76,336 miles
Since last MOT+6,825 miles
PASS
Mileage69,511 miles
Since last MOT+6,216 miles
PASS
Mileage63,295 miles
Since last MOT+7,984 miles
PASS
Mileage55,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,311 miles
Since last MOT+6,079 miles
PASS
Mileage49,232 miles
Since last MOT+7,165 miles
PASS
Mileage42,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,067 miles
Since last MOT+9,737 miles
PASS
Mileage32,330 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

RegistrationCX02 VMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CX02 VMJ

What car is CX02 VMJ?

CX02 VMJ is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bangor in 2002.

What is the mileage of CX02 VMJ?

The last recorded mileage for CX02 VMJ was 82,035 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CX02 VMJ passed its MOT?

CX02 VMJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2013.

Is CX02 VMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX02 VMJ 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 CX02 VMJ?

CX02 VMJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.