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LA02 MAY

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 113,908 miles on the clock, averaging 5,518 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 LA02 MAY

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2005
61%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
5,518

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading113,908 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year5,518
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA02 MAY 22k45k68k91k114k '05'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,908 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,901 miles
Since last MOT+4,258 miles
PASS
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,249 miles
PASS
Mileage105,394 miles
Since last MOT+6,011 miles
PASS
Mileage99,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,383 miles
Since last MOT+6,463 miles
PASS
Mileage92,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,920 miles
Since last MOT+6,875 miles
PASS
Mileage86,045 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,993 miles
Since last MOT+4,362 miles
PASS
Mileage81,631 miles
Since last MOT+6,113 miles
PASS
Mileage75,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,518 miles
Since last MOT+5,639 miles
PASS
Mileage69,879 miles
Since last MOT+5,800 miles
PASS
Mileage64,079 miles
Since last MOT+5,487 miles
PASS
Mileage58,592 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,592 miles
Since last MOT+8,495 miles
PASS
Mileage50,097 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,096 miles
Since last MOT+6,656 miles
PASS
Mileage43,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,440 miles
Since last MOT+4,988 miles
PASS
Mileage38,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,452 miles
Since last MOT+6,174 miles
PASS
Mileage32,278 miles
Since last MOT+4,906 miles
PASS
Mileage27,372 miles
Since last MOT+5,664 miles
PASS
Mileage21,708 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

RegistrationLA02 MAY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About LA02 MAY

What car is LA02 MAY?

LA02 MAY is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LA02 MAY?

The last recorded mileage for LA02 MAY was 113,908 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA02 MAY passed its MOT?

LA02 MAY has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2022.

Is LA02 MAY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA02 MAY 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 LA02 MAY?

LA02 MAY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.