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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 118,096 miles on the clock, averaging 4,927 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 EG02 LHD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,927 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | EG02 LHD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EG02 LHD
What car is EG02 LHD?
EG02 LHD is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EG02 LHD?
The last recorded mileage for EG02 LHD was 118,096 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG02 LHD passed its MOT?
EG02 LHD has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.
Is EG02 LHD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG02 LHD 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 EG02 LHD?
EG02 LHD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.