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FH02 KTJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 87,883 miles on the clock, averaging 4,400 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 FH02 KTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,883
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,400

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,883 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,545
Average per year4,400
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH02 KTJ 39k51k63k76k88k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,545 miles
PASS
Mileage82,338 miles
Since last MOT+2,293 miles
PASS
Mileage80,045 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,040 miles
Since last MOT+5,259 miles
PASS
Mileage74,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,781 miles
Since last MOT+9,691 miles
PASS
Mileage65,090 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,070 miles
Since last MOT+10,655 miles
PASS
Mileage54,415 miles
Since last MOT+4,519 miles
PASS
Mileage49,896 miles
Since last MOT+3,991 miles
PASS
Mileage45,905 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,885 miles
Since last MOT+4,268 miles
PASS
Mileage41,617 miles
Since last MOT+1,314 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,303 miles
Since last MOT+1,645 miles
PASS
Mileage38,658 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

RegistrationFH02 KTJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FH02 KTJ

What car is FH02 KTJ?

FH02 KTJ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FH02 KTJ?

The last recorded mileage for FH02 KTJ was 87,883 miles, recorded on 25 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH02 KTJ passed its MOT?

FH02 KTJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2019.

Is FH02 KTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH02 KTJ 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 FH02 KTJ?

FH02 KTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.