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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 81,006 miles on the clock, averaging 6,987 miles per year, 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 FV02 XET
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,006 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,928 |
| Average per year | 6,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FV02 XET |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FV02 XET
What car is FV02 XET?
FV02 XET is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FV02 XET?
The last recorded mileage for FV02 XET was 81,006 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV02 XET passed its MOT?
FV02 XET has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2014.
Is FV02 XET ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV02 XET 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 XET?
FV02 XET is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.