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EN02 PKA

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 165,509 miles on the clock, averaging 12,676 miles per year, above 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 PKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,676

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading165,509 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,676
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN02 PKA 68k93k117k141k166k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,509 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,509 miles
Since last MOT+25,644 miles
PASS
Mileage139,865 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
PASS
Mileage134,737 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,733 miles
Since last MOT+7,293 miles
PASS
Mileage127,440 miles
Since last MOT+13,201 miles
PASS
Mileage114,239 miles
Since last MOT+13,737 miles
PASS
Mileage100,502 miles
Since last MOT+11,981 miles
PASS
Mileage88,521 miles
Since last MOT+10,333 miles
PASS
Mileage78,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,877 miles
PASS
Mileage68,311 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

RegistrationEN02 PKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EN02 PKA

What car is EN02 PKA?

EN02 PKA is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EN02 PKA?

The last recorded mileage for EN02 PKA was 165,509 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN02 PKA passed its MOT?

EN02 PKA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2013.

Is EN02 PKA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN02 PKA 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 PKA?

EN02 PKA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.