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GL02 LJX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 101,820 miles on the clock, averaging 3,873 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 GL02 LJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,820
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,873

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 reading101,820 miles
Reading date
Miles last year579
Average per year3,873
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL02 LJX 39k55k71k86k102k '05'21'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,820 miles
Since last MOT+579 miles
PASS
Mileage101,241 miles
Since last MOT+1,906 miles
PASS
Mileage99,335 miles
Since last MOT+964 miles
PASS
Mileage98,371 miles
Since last MOT+1,310 miles
PASS
Mileage97,061 miles
Since last MOT+1,623 miles
PASS
Mileage95,438 miles
Since last MOT+3,581 miles
PASS
Mileage91,857 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage87,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage82,423 miles
Since last MOT+5,082 miles
PASS
Mileage77,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,341 miles
Since last MOT+6,359 miles
PASS
Mileage70,982 miles
Since last MOT+5,719 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,263 miles
Since last MOT+4,374 miles
PASS
Mileage60,889 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,889 miles
Since last MOT+6,897 miles
PASS
Mileage53,992 miles
Since last MOT+5,747 miles
PASS
Mileage48,245 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,245 miles
Since last MOT+5,579 miles
PASS
Mileage42,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,666 miles
Since last MOT+3,214 miles
PASS
Mileage39,452 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

RegistrationGL02 LJX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GL02 LJX

What car is GL02 LJX?

GL02 LJX is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GL02 LJX?

The last recorded mileage for GL02 LJX was 101,820 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL02 LJX passed its MOT?

GL02 LJX has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2021.

Is GL02 LJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 LJX 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 LJX?

GL02 LJX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.