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KY02 NKM

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 66,002 miles on the clock, averaging 6,409 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 KY02 NKM

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,409

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading66,002 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,409
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KY02 NKM 29k38k47k57k66k '06'11'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,002 miles
Since last MOT+5,377 miles
PASS
Mileage60,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,625 miles
Since last MOT+5,064 miles
PASS
Mileage55,561 miles
Since last MOT+6,016 miles
PASS
Mileage49,545 miles
Since last MOT+5,410 miles
PASS
Mileage44,135 miles
Since last MOT+5,009 miles
PASS
Mileage39,126 miles
Since last MOT+10,497 miles
PASS
Mileage28,629 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

RegistrationKY02 NKM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKY — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About KY02 NKM

What car is KY02 NKM?

KY02 NKM is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KY02 NKM?

The last recorded mileage for KY02 NKM was 66,002 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KY02 NKM passed its MOT?

KY02 NKM has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2011.

Is KY02 NKM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY02 NKM 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 KY02 NKM?

KY02 NKM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.