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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 178,059 miles on the clock, averaging 15,271 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 KD02 VXE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,059 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,633 |
| Average per year | 15,271 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KD02 VXE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KD02 VXE
What car is KD02 VXE?
KD02 VXE is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KD02 VXE?
The last recorded mileage for KD02 VXE was 178,059 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KD02 VXE passed its MOT?
KD02 VXE has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jan 2015.
Is KD02 VXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD02 VXE 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 KD02 VXE?
KD02 VXE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.