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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 153,898 miles on the clock, averaging 8,234 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 DA02 DHM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,898 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,234 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | DA02 DHM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About DA02 DHM
What car is DA02 DHM?
DA02 DHM is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DA02 DHM?
The last recorded mileage for DA02 DHM was 153,898 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA02 DHM passed its MOT?
DA02 DHM has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2020.
Is DA02 DHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA02 DHM 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 DA02 DHM?
DA02 DHM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.