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EF02 VDO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 92,729 miles on the clock, averaging 8,000 miles per year, around 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 VDO

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,729
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,000

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading92,729 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,796
Average per year8,000
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF02 VDO 19k38k56k74k93k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,729 miles
Since last MOT+8,796 miles
PASS
Mileage83,933 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,933 miles
Since last MOT+8,147 miles
PASS
Mileage75,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,992 miles
PASS
Mileage67,794 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage59,303 miles
Since last MOT+9,300 miles
PASS
Mileage50,003 miles
Since last MOT+7,432 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,571 miles
Since last MOT+6,951 miles
PASS
Mileage35,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,620 miles
Since last MOT+9,774 miles
PASS
Mileage25,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,552 miles
PASS
Mileage19,294 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 VDO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 VDO

What car is EF02 VDO?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 VDO?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 VDO was 92,729 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 VDO passed its MOT?

EF02 VDO has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2015.

Is EF02 VDO ULEZ compliant?

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

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