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GF02 JAU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 186,104 miles on the clock, averaging 13,185 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for GF02 JAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
186,104
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,185

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading186,104 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,377
Average per year13,185
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GF02 JAU 81k108k134k160k186k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage186,104 miles
Since last MOT+11,377 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,727 miles
Since last MOT+14,866 miles
PASS
Mileage159,861 miles
Since last MOT+13,791 miles
PASS
Mileage146,070 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,064 miles
Since last MOT+12,975 miles
PASS
Mileage133,089 miles
Since last MOT+110,029 miles
PASS
Mileage23,060 miles
PASS
Mileage113,515 miles
Since last MOT+13,539 miles
PASS
Mileage99,976 miles
Since last MOT+18,561 miles
PASS
Mileage81,415 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

RegistrationGF02 JAU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GF02 JAU

What car is GF02 JAU?

GF02 JAU is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GF02 JAU?

The last recorded mileage for GF02 JAU was 186,104 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF02 JAU passed its MOT?

GF02 JAU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2014.

Is GF02 JAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF02 JAU 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 GF02 JAU?

GF02 JAU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.