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GY02 UTF

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Brighton, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 112,863 miles on the clock, averaging 6,388 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 GY02 UTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,388

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 reading112,863 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13
Average per year6,388
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY02 UTF 14k39k64k88k113k '06'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,863 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,850 miles
Since last MOT+6,454 miles
PASS
Mileage106,396 miles
Since last MOT+9,220 miles
PASS
Mileage97,176 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,173 miles
Since last MOT+11,943 miles
PASS
Mileage85,230 miles
Since last MOT+12,242 miles
PASS
Mileage72,988 miles
Since last MOT+1,388 miles
PASS
Mileage71,600 miles
Since last MOT+4,568 miles
PASS
Mileage67,032 miles
Since last MOT+3,083 miles
PASS
Mileage63,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,443 miles
PASS
Mileage60,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,506 miles
Since last MOT+5,039 miles
PASS
Mileage55,467 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,432 miles
Since last MOT+3,313 miles
PASS
Mileage52,119 miles
Since last MOT+6,409 miles
PASS
Mileage45,710 miles
Since last MOT+5,378 miles
PASS
Mileage40,332 miles
Since last MOT+8,143 miles
PASS
Mileage32,189 miles
Since last MOT+7,264 miles
PASS
Mileage24,925 miles
Since last MOT+10,627 miles
PASS
Mileage14,298 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

RegistrationGY02 UTF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GY02 UTF

What car is GY02 UTF?

GY02 UTF is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GY02 UTF?

The last recorded mileage for GY02 UTF was 112,863 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY02 UTF passed its MOT?

GY02 UTF has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2022.

Is GY02 UTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY02 UTF 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 GY02 UTF?

GY02 UTF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.