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EA02 POH

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 120,526 miles on the clock, averaging 3,991 miles per year, well 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 POH

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,526
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,991

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

Low mileage
Latest reading120,526 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,958
Average per year3,991
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA02 POH 56k72k88k104k121k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,526 miles
Since last MOT+4,958 miles
PASS
Mileage115,568 miles
Since last MOT+5,663 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,899 miles
PASS
Mileage106,006 miles
Since last MOT+2,830 miles
PASS
Mileage103,176 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,160 miles
Since last MOT+2,565 miles
PASS
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,595 miles
Since last MOT+2,186 miles
PASS
Mileage98,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,409 miles
Since last MOT+3,348 miles
PASS
Mileage95,061 miles
Since last MOT+2,974 miles
PASS
Mileage92,087 miles
Since last MOT+4,081 miles
PASS
Mileage88,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,394 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,538 miles
PASS
Mileage79,074 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,998 miles
Since last MOT+5,083 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,801 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,833 miles
PASS
Mileage64,281 miles
Since last MOT+8,633 miles
PASS
Mileage55,648 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 POH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 POH

What car is EA02 POH?

EA02 POH is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 POH?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 POH was 120,526 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 POH passed its MOT?

EA02 POH has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2022.

Is EA02 POH ULEZ compliant?

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

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