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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 61,937 miles on the clock, averaging 4,702 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 EO02 YXU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,937 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,316 |
| Average per year | 4,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | EO02 YXU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EO02 YXU
What car is EO02 YXU?
EO02 YXU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EO02 YXU?
The last recorded mileage for EO02 YXU was 61,937 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO02 YXU passed its MOT?
EO02 YXU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 12 Aug 2014.
Is EO02 YXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO02 YXU 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 EO02 YXU?
EO02 YXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.