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CX02 VUS

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 96,874 miles on the clock, averaging 5,964 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 VUS

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,874
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,964

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading96,874 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,964
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CX02 VUS 43k57k70k83k97k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,874 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,871 miles
Since last MOT+2,805 miles
PASS
Mileage94,066 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,064 miles
Since last MOT+3,765 miles
PASS
Mileage90,299 miles
Since last MOT+4,235 miles
PASS
Mileage86,064 miles
Since last MOT+5,627 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,437 miles
Since last MOT+7,043 miles
PASS
Mileage73,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,466 miles
PASS
Mileage65,928 miles
Since last MOT+7,071 miles
PASS
Mileage58,857 miles
Since last MOT+7,294 miles
PASS
Mileage51,563 miles
Since last MOT+8,210 miles
PASS
Mileage43,353 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 VUS
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 VUS

What car is CX02 VUS?

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

What is the mileage of CX02 VUS?

The last recorded mileage for CX02 VUS was 96,874 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CX02 VUS passed its MOT?

CX02 VUS has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2015.

Is CX02 VUS ULEZ compliant?

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

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