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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 141,959 miles on the clock, averaging 10,530 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 KC02 WXA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KC02 WXA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KC02 WXA
What car is KC02 WXA?
KC02 WXA is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KC02 WXA?
The last recorded mileage for KC02 WXA was 141,959 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC02 WXA passed its MOT?
KC02 WXA has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2018.
Is KC02 WXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC02 WXA 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 KC02 WXA?
KC02 WXA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.