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EF02 WOU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 97,770 miles on the clock, averaging 6,262 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 WOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,770
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,262

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 reading97,770 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,262
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF02 WOU 16k37k57k77k98k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,770 miles
Since last MOT+2,399 miles
PASS
Mileage95,371 miles
Since last MOT+2,381 miles
PASS
Mileage92,990 miles
Since last MOT+2,803 miles
PASS
Mileage90,187 miles
Since last MOT+2,519 miles
PASS
Mileage87,668 miles
Since last MOT+3,023 miles
PASS
Mileage84,645 miles
Since last MOT+6,108 miles
PASS
Mileage78,537 miles
Since last MOT+8,076 miles
PASS
Mileage70,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,923 miles
PASS
Mileage61,538 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,493 miles
Since last MOT+10,476 miles
PASS
Mileage51,017 miles
Since last MOT+10,036 miles
PASS
Mileage40,981 miles
Since last MOT+7,877 miles
PASS
Mileage33,104 miles
Since last MOT+8,011 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,093 miles
Since last MOT+8,819 miles
PASS
Mileage16,274 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 WOU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EF02 WOU

What car is EF02 WOU?

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

What is the mileage of EF02 WOU?

The last recorded mileage for EF02 WOU was 97,770 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF02 WOU passed its MOT?

EF02 WOU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2019.

Is EF02 WOU ULEZ compliant?

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

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