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EA02 BNJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 193,279 miles on the clock, averaging 8,819 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 EA02 BNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,279
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,819

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading193,279 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,000
Average per year8,819
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA02 BNJ 43k81k118k156k193k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,279 miles
Since last MOT+5,000 miles
PASS
Mileage188,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,040 miles
PASS
Mileage181,239 miles
Since last MOT+6,830 miles
PASS
Mileage174,409 miles
Since last MOT+8,563 miles
PASS
Mileage165,846 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,589 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+7,006 miles
PASS
Mileage152,251 miles
Since last MOT+7,176 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage141,352 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,304 miles
Since last MOT+4,629 miles
PASS
Mileage136,675 miles
Since last MOT+5,073 miles
PASS
Mileage131,602 miles
Since last MOT+11,009 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+13,775 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+14,019 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+15,663 miles
PASS
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PASS
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Since last MOT+11,836 miles
PASS
Mileage50,958 miles
Since last MOT+7,889 miles
PASS
Mileage43,069 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

RegistrationEA02 BNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 BNJ

What car is EA02 BNJ?

EA02 BNJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 BNJ?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 BNJ was 193,279 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 BNJ passed its MOT?

EA02 BNJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2023.

Is EA02 BNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 BNJ 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 EA02 BNJ?

EA02 BNJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.