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DN02 UWL

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 56,940 miles on the clock, averaging 2,195 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 DN02 UWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,940
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
2,195

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

Low mileage
Latest reading56,940 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,708
Average per year2,195
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DN02 UWL 41k45k49k53k57k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,940 miles
Since last MOT+1,708 miles
PASS
Mileage55,232 miles
Since last MOT+1,212 miles
PASS
Mileage54,020 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,019 miles
Since last MOT+1,674 miles
PASS
Mileage52,345 miles
Since last MOT+2,139 miles
PASS
Mileage50,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,206 miles
Since last MOT+3,198 miles
PASS
Mileage47,008 miles
Since last MOT+2,544 miles
PASS
Mileage44,464 miles
Since last MOT+3,225 miles
PASS
Mileage41,239 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

RegistrationDN02 UWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About DN02 UWL

What car is DN02 UWL?

DN02 UWL is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.

What is the mileage of DN02 UWL?

The last recorded mileage for DN02 UWL was 56,940 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN02 UWL passed its MOT?

DN02 UWL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2013.

Is DN02 UWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN02 UWL 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 DN02 UWL?

DN02 UWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.