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EF02 TXP

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 119,390 miles on the clock, averaging 5,166 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 EF02 TXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,390
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,166

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,390 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,814
Average per year5,166
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF02 TXP 66k79k93k106k119k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,814 miles
PASS
Mileage117,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,330 miles
PASS
Mileage116,246 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,208 miles
Since last MOT+2,376 miles
PASS
Mileage113,832 miles
Since last MOT+2,350 miles
PASS
Mileage111,482 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,474 miles
Since last MOT+100,359 miles
FAIL
Mileage11,115 miles
PASS
Mileage105,115 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,066 miles
Since last MOT+7,121 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,945 miles
Since last MOT+7,252 miles
PASS
Mileage90,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,793 miles
PASS
Mileage81,900 miles
Since last MOT+8,044 miles
PASS
Mileage73,856 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,855 miles
Since last MOT+8,135 miles
PASS
Mileage65,720 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

RegistrationEF02 TXP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 TXP

What car is EF02 TXP?

EF02 TXP is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EF02 TXP?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 TXP was 119,390 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 TXP passed its MOT?

EF02 TXP has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2016.

Is EF02 TXP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF02 TXP 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 TXP?

EF02 TXP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.