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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 170,510 miles on the clock, averaging 4,980 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 EN02 BZM
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 170,510 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,757 |
| Average per year | 4,980 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EN02 BZM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EN02 BZM
What car is EN02 BZM?
EN02 BZM is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EN02 BZM?
The last recorded mileage for EN02 BZM was 170,510 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN02 BZM passed its MOT?
EN02 BZM has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.
Is EN02 BZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN02 BZM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EN02 BZM?
EN02 BZM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.