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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 170,815 miles on the clock, averaging 9,669 miles per year, above 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 AHX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,815 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 44 |
| Average per year | 9,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 AHX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| 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 AHX
What car is FM02 AHX?
FM02 AHX is an green Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 AHX?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 AHX was 170,815 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 AHX passed its MOT?
FM02 AHX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2016.
Is FM02 AHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 AHX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM02 AHX?
FM02 AHX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.