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EA02 DYO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 118,914 miles on the clock, averaging 11,071 miles per year, above 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 DYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,914
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,071

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,914 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,819
Average per year11,071
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA02 DYO 53k69k86k102k119k '06'12'09

Check EA02 DYO

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,914 miles
Since last MOT+4,819 miles
PASS
Mileage114,095 miles
Since last MOT+9,301 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,794 miles
Since last MOT+10,673 miles
PASS
Mileage94,121 miles
Since last MOT+12,816 miles
PASS
Mileage81,305 miles
Since last MOT+15,663 miles
PASS
Mileage65,642 miles
Since last MOT+13,116 miles
PASS
Mileage52,526 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 DYO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 DYO

What car is EA02 DYO?

EA02 DYO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 DYO?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 DYO was 118,914 miles, recorded on 8 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 DYO passed its MOT?

EA02 DYO has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 May 2012.

Is EA02 DYO ULEZ compliant?

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

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