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KV02 DCE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 123,703 miles on the clock, averaging 8,401 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for KV02 DCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,703
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,401

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,703 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,932
Average per year8,401
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KV02 DCE 40k61k82k103k124k '06'16'11

Check KV02 DCE

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage116,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,143 miles
PASS
Mileage109,628 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,624 miles
Since last MOT+9,714 miles
PASS
Mileage99,910 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,847 miles
Since last MOT+12,540 miles
PASS
Mileage87,307 miles
Since last MOT+11,354 miles
PASS
Mileage75,953 miles
Since last MOT+5,068 miles
PASS
Mileage70,885 miles
Since last MOT+5,362 miles
PASS
Mileage65,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,523 miles
Since last MOT+7,594 miles
PASS
Mileage57,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,929 miles
Since last MOT+7,887 miles
PASS
Mileage50,042 miles
Since last MOT+10,382 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,660 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

RegistrationKV02 DCE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KV02 DCE

What car is KV02 DCE?

KV02 DCE is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KV02 DCE?

The last recorded mileage for KV02 DCE was 123,703 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV02 DCE passed its MOT?

KV02 DCE has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2016.

Is KV02 DCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV02 DCE 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 KV02 DCE?

KV02 DCE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.