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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 120,379 miles on the clock, averaging 4,010 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 FM02 ACO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 120,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,374 |
| Average per year | 4,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | FM02 ACO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FM02 ACO
What car is FM02 ACO?
FM02 ACO is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 ACO?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 ACO was 120,379 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 ACO passed its MOT?
FM02 ACO has had 26 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (21 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.
Is FM02 ACO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 ACO 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 FM02 ACO?
FM02 ACO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.