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GJ02 AZG

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 85,930 miles on the clock, averaging 6,915 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 GJ02 AZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,930
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,915

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

Below average
Latest reading85,930 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,488
Average per year6,915
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ02 AZG 21k37k53k70k86k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,488 miles
PASS
Mileage78,442 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,442 miles
Since last MOT+2,350 miles
PASS
Mileage76,092 miles
Since last MOT+6,104 miles
PASS
Mileage69,988 miles
Since last MOT+9,943 miles
PASS
Mileage60,045 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,022 miles
Since last MOT+3,939 miles
PASS
Mileage56,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,752 miles
PASS
Mileage53,331 miles
Since last MOT+13,912 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,419 miles
Since last MOT+8,730 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,689 miles
Since last MOT+5,251 miles
PASS
Mileage25,438 miles
Since last MOT+4,593 miles
PASS
Mileage20,845 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

RegistrationGJ02 AZG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GJ02 AZG

What car is GJ02 AZG?

GJ02 AZG is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GJ02 AZG?

The last recorded mileage for GJ02 AZG was 85,930 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ02 AZG passed its MOT?

GJ02 AZG has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2015.

Is GJ02 AZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ02 AZG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GJ02 AZG?

GJ02 AZG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.