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FT02 GTU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 118,085 miles on the clock, averaging 7,977 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for FT02 GTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,085
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,977

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading118,085 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,101
Average per year7,977
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT02 GTU 30k52k74k96k118k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,085 miles
Since last MOT+5,101 miles
PASS
Mileage112,984 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,984 miles
Since last MOT+4,845 miles
PASS
Mileage108,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,139 miles
Since last MOT+5,956 miles
PASS
Mileage102,183 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,183 miles
Since last MOT+3,834 miles
PASS
Mileage98,349 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,332 miles
Since last MOT+8,224 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,108 miles
Since last MOT+20,829 miles
PASS
Mileage69,279 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,278 miles
Since last MOT+15,405 miles
PASS
Mileage53,873 miles
Since last MOT+4,107 miles
PASS
Mileage49,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,656 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,110 miles
Since last MOT+13,644 miles
PASS
Mileage30,466 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

RegistrationFT02 GTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FT02 GTU

What car is FT02 GTU?

FT02 GTU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FT02 GTU?

The last recorded mileage for FT02 GTU was 118,085 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT02 GTU passed its MOT?

FT02 GTU has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2017.

Is FT02 GTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT02 GTU 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 FT02 GTU?

FT02 GTU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.