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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 63,764 miles on the clock, averaging 4,861 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 DS02 BXG
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 63,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,861 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | DS02 BXG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About DS02 BXG
What car is DS02 BXG?
DS02 BXG is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.
What is the mileage of DS02 BXG?
The last recorded mileage for DS02 BXG was 63,764 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS02 BXG passed its MOT?
DS02 BXG has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Sep 2013.
Is DS02 BXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS02 BXG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DS02 BXG?
DS02 BXG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.