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DV02 EJL

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 87,928 miles on the clock, averaging 5,975 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 DV02 EJL

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,975

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,928 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,975
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DV02 EJL 27k43k58k73k88k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,928 miles
Since last MOT+7,442 miles
PASS
Mileage80,486 miles
Since last MOT+7,654 miles
PASS
Mileage72,832 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,832 miles
Since last MOT+10,270 miles
PASS
Mileage62,562 miles
Since last MOT+15,330 miles
PASS
Mileage47,232 miles
Since last MOT+13,277 miles
PASS
Mileage33,955 miles
Since last MOT+1,187 miles
PASS
Mileage32,768 miles
Since last MOT+458 miles
PASS
Mileage32,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,310 miles
Since last MOT+1,606 miles
PASS
Mileage30,704 miles
Since last MOT+1,305 miles
PASS
Mileage29,399 miles
Since last MOT+1,971 miles
PASS
Mileage27,428 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

RegistrationDV02 EJL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About DV02 EJL

What car is DV02 EJL?

DV02 EJL is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.

What is the mileage of DV02 EJL?

The last recorded mileage for DV02 EJL was 87,928 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DV02 EJL passed its MOT?

DV02 EJL has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2016.

Is DV02 EJL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV02 EJL 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 DV02 EJL?

DV02 EJL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.