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KN02 LWJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 146,627 miles on the clock, averaging 5,996 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 KN02 LWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,627
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
5,996

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading146,627 miles
Reading date
Miles last year88
Average per year5,996
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN02 LWJ 39k66k93k120k147k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,627 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,539 miles
Since last MOT+5,420 miles
PASS
Mileage141,119 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,114 miles
Since last MOT+4,384 miles
PASS
Mileage136,730 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,725 miles
Since last MOT+4,810 miles
PASS
Mileage131,915 miles
Since last MOT+1,108 miles
PASS
Mileage130,807 miles
Since last MOT+91 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,716 miles
Since last MOT+2,428 miles
PASS
Mileage128,288 miles
Since last MOT+1,880 miles
PASS
Mileage126,408 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,309 miles
Since last MOT+3,227 miles
PASS
Mileage123,082 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,082 miles
Since last MOT+3,938 miles
PASS
Mileage119,144 miles
Since last MOT+127 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,017 miles
Since last MOT+7,526 miles
PASS
Mileage111,491 miles
Since last MOT+7,595 miles
PASS
Mileage103,896 miles
Since last MOT+7,933 miles
PASS
Mileage95,963 miles
Since last MOT+7,005 miles
PASS
Mileage88,958 miles
Since last MOT+9,535 miles
PASS
Mileage79,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,423 miles
Since last MOT+10,995 miles
PASS
Mileage68,428 miles
Since last MOT+10,037 miles
PASS
Mileage58,391 miles
Since last MOT+9,821 miles
PASS
Mileage48,570 miles
Since last MOT+9,511 miles
PASS
Mileage39,059 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

RegistrationKN02 LWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KN02 LWJ

What car is KN02 LWJ?

KN02 LWJ is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KN02 LWJ?

The last recorded mileage for KN02 LWJ was 146,627 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN02 LWJ passed its MOT?

KN02 LWJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2024.

Is KN02 LWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN02 LWJ 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 KN02 LWJ?

KN02 LWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.