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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 177,005 miles on the clock, averaging 9,247 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 AVE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,680 |
| Average per year | 9,247 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 AVE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 AVE
What car is FM02 AVE?
FM02 AVE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 AVE?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 AVE was 177,005 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 AVE passed its MOT?
FM02 AVE has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2020.
Is FM02 AVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 AVE 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 AVE?
FM02 AVE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.