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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 126,581 miles on the clock, averaging 6,567 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 FA02 SWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,581 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,567 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 SWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| 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 SWJ
What car is FA02 SWJ?
FA02 SWJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FA02 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for FA02 SWJ was 126,581 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA02 SWJ passed its MOT?
FA02 SWJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2023.
Is FA02 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA02 SWJ 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 FA02 SWJ?
FA02 SWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.