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FX02 LJC

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 94,148 miles on the clock, averaging 5,021 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 FX02 LJC

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,148
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,021

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,148 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year5,021
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX02 LJC 41k55k68k81k94k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,148 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,141 miles
Since last MOT+8,711 miles
PASS
Mileage85,430 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,430 miles
Since last MOT+6,630 miles
PASS
Mileage78,800 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,790 miles
Since last MOT+3,884 miles
PASS
Mileage74,906 miles
Since last MOT+7,183 miles
PASS
Mileage67,723 miles
Since last MOT+6,925 miles
PASS
Mileage60,798 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,772 miles
Since last MOT+2,407 miles
PASS
Mileage58,365 miles
Since last MOT+3,309 miles
PASS
Mileage55,056 miles
Since last MOT+3,364 miles
PASS
Mileage51,692 miles
Since last MOT+4,320 miles
PASS
Mileage47,372 miles
Since last MOT+6,049 miles
PASS
Mileage41,323 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

RegistrationFX02 LJC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FX02 LJC

What car is FX02 LJC?

FX02 LJC is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FX02 LJC?

The last recorded mileage for FX02 LJC was 94,148 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX02 LJC passed its MOT?

FX02 LJC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2016.

Is FX02 LJC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX02 LJC 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 FX02 LJC?

FX02 LJC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.