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FV02 FTE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 100,786 miles on the clock, averaging 8,692 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 FV02 FTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,786
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,692

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,786 miles
Reading date
Miles last year414
Average per year8,692
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV02 FTE 14k35k57k79k101k '05'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,786 miles
Since last MOT+414 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,372 miles
Since last MOT+4,661 miles
PASS
Mileage95,711 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,686 miles
Since last MOT+474 miles
PASS
Mileage95,212 miles
Since last MOT+1,179 miles
PASS
Mileage94,033 miles
Since last MOT+8,807 miles
PASS
Mileage85,226 miles
Since last MOT+6,391 miles
PASS
Mileage78,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,835 miles
Since last MOT+7,293 miles
PASS
Mileage71,542 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,529 miles
Since last MOT+6,473 miles
PASS
Mileage65,056 miles
Since last MOT+13,393 miles
PASS
Mileage51,663 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,590 miles
Since last MOT+21,827 miles
PASS
Mileage29,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,763 miles
Since last MOT+16,251 miles
PASS
Mileage13,512 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

RegistrationFV02 FTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FV02 FTE

What car is FV02 FTE?

FV02 FTE is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FV02 FTE?

The last recorded mileage for FV02 FTE was 100,786 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV02 FTE passed its MOT?

FV02 FTE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2015.

Is FV02 FTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV02 FTE 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 FV02 FTE?

FV02 FTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.