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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 165,095 miles on the clock, averaging 9,404 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 EF02 BZJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,095 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 58 |
| Average per year | 9,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | EF02 BZJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EF02 BZJ
What car is EF02 BZJ?
EF02 BZJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EF02 BZJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF02 BZJ was 165,095 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF02 BZJ passed its MOT?
EF02 BZJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2018.
Is EF02 BZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF02 BZJ 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 EF02 BZJ?
EF02 BZJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.