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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 246,818 miles on the clock, averaging 24,051 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for LW02 KOU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 246,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 222,137 |
| Average per year | 24,051 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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 | LW02 KOU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About LW02 KOU
What car is LW02 KOU?
LW02 KOU is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2002.
What is the mileage of LW02 KOU?
The last recorded mileage for LW02 KOU was 246,818 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW02 KOU passed its MOT?
LW02 KOU has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2013.
Is LW02 KOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW02 KOU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LW02 KOU?
LW02 KOU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.