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DV02 ELW

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 109,358 miles on the clock, averaging 7,850 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 DV02 ELW

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,358
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,850

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading109,358 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,850
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DV02 ELW 77k85k93k101k109k '06'10'09

Check DV02 ELW

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,358 miles
Since last MOT+11,469 miles
PASS
Mileage97,889 miles
Since last MOT+8,728 miles
PASS
Mileage89,161 miles
Since last MOT+8,390 miles
PASS
Mileage80,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,634 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,137 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 ELW
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 ELW

What car is DV02 ELW?

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

What is the mileage of DV02 ELW?

The last recorded mileage for DV02 ELW was 109,358 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DV02 ELW passed its MOT?

DV02 ELW has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2010.

Is DV02 ELW ULEZ compliant?

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

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