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FY02 DPE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 75,063 miles on the clock, averaging 4,893 miles per year, well 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 FY02 DPE

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,063
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,893

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,063 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,908
Average per year4,893
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY02 DPE 20k34k48k61k75k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,063 miles
Since last MOT+9,908 miles
PASS
Mileage65,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,155 miles
Since last MOT+6,338 miles
PASS
Mileage58,817 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,817 miles
Since last MOT+4,929 miles
PASS
Mileage53,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,888 miles
Since last MOT+4,850 miles
PASS
Mileage49,038 miles
Since last MOT+4,094 miles
PASS
Mileage44,944 miles
Since last MOT+3,494 miles
PASS
Mileage41,450 miles
Since last MOT+2,939 miles
PASS
Mileage38,511 miles
Since last MOT+4,005 miles
PASS
Mileage34,506 miles
Since last MOT+4,166 miles
PASS
Mileage30,340 miles
Since last MOT+4,822 miles
PASS
Mileage25,518 miles
Since last MOT+5,118 miles
PASS
Mileage20,400 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

RegistrationFY02 DPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FY02 DPE

What car is FY02 DPE?

FY02 DPE is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FY02 DPE?

The last recorded mileage for FY02 DPE was 75,063 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY02 DPE passed its MOT?

FY02 DPE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2017.

Is FY02 DPE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY02 DPE 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 FY02 DPE?

FY02 DPE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.