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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 88,298 miles on the clock, averaging 6,648 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 EY02 ELJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,859 |
| Average per year | 6,648 |
| 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 | EY02 ELJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EY02 ELJ
What car is EY02 ELJ?
EY02 ELJ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EY02 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for EY02 ELJ was 88,298 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY02 ELJ passed its MOT?
EY02 ELJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Mar 2014.
Is EY02 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY02 ELJ 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 EY02 ELJ?
EY02 ELJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.