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EP04 UWK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 119,602 miles on the clock, averaging 6,559 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 EP04 UWK

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,602
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,559

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,602 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,559
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EP04 UWK 55k71k87k104k120k '07'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,602 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,602 miles
Since last MOT+3,506 miles
PASS
Mileage116,096 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,066 miles
Since last MOT+5,471 miles
PASS
Mileage110,595 miles
Since last MOT+83 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,512 miles
Since last MOT+2,155 miles
PASS
Mileage108,357 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,244 miles
Since last MOT+5,687 miles
PASS
Mileage102,557 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage93,983 miles
Since last MOT+8,379 miles
PASS
Mileage85,604 miles
Since last MOT+9,837 miles
PASS
Mileage75,767 miles
Since last MOT+7,111 miles
PASS
Mileage68,656 miles
Since last MOT+1,877 miles
PASS
Mileage66,779 miles
Since last MOT+11,526 miles
PASS
Mileage55,253 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

RegistrationEP04 UWK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEP — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EP04 UWK

What car is EP04 UWK?

EP04 UWK is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EP04 UWK?

The last recorded mileage for EP04 UWK was 119,602 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EP04 UWK passed its MOT?

EP04 UWK has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2017.

Is EP04 UWK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EP04 UWK 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 EP04 UWK?

EP04 UWK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.