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EA02 PHK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 112,231 miles on the clock, averaging 5,978 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 EA02 PHK

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,231
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,978

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading112,231 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,978
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA02 PHK 45k62k79k96k112k '07'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,231 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,231 miles
Since last MOT+4,345 miles
PASS
Mileage107,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,886 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage102,931 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,179 miles
PASS
Mileage96,729 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,729 miles
Since last MOT+4,090 miles
PASS
Mileage92,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,639 miles
Since last MOT+3,940 miles
PASS
Mileage88,699 miles
Since last MOT+7,034 miles
PASS
Mileage81,665 miles
Since last MOT+6,296 miles
PASS
Mileage75,369 miles
Since last MOT+14,153 miles
PASS
Mileage61,216 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage61,216 miles
Since last MOT+8,089 miles
PASS
Mileage53,127 miles
Since last MOT+7,725 miles
PASS
Mileage45,402 miles
PASS

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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 PHK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 PHK

What car is EA02 PHK?

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

What is the mileage of EA02 PHK?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 PHK was 112,231 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 PHK passed its MOT?

EA02 PHK has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2018.

Is EA02 PHK ULEZ compliant?

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

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