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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 79,617 miles on the clock, averaging 3,886 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 FA02 CKN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,617 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,981 |
| Average per year | 3,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FA02 CKN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FA02 CKN
What car is FA02 CKN?
FA02 CKN is an black Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FA02 CKN?
The last recorded mileage for FA02 CKN was 79,617 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA02 CKN passed its MOT?
FA02 CKN has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Nov 2013.
How old is FA02 CKN?
FA02 CKN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.