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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 88,219 miles on the clock, averaging 3,638 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 KS02 FTJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KS02 FTJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KS02 FTJ
What car is KS02 FTJ?
KS02 FTJ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KS02 FTJ?
The last recorded mileage for KS02 FTJ was 88,219 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS02 FTJ passed its MOT?
KS02 FTJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2011.
Is KS02 FTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS02 FTJ 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 KS02 FTJ?
KS02 FTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.