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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 175,160 miles on the clock, averaging 10,700 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 GL02 LHY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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 | GL02 LHY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GL02 LHY
What car is GL02 LHY?
GL02 LHY is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL02 LHY?
The last recorded mileage for GL02 LHY was 175,160 miles, recorded on 18 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL02 LHY passed its MOT?
GL02 LHY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2019.
Is GL02 LHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 LHY 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 GL02 LHY?
GL02 LHY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.