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MA02 EVR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 111,907 miles on the clock, averaging 7,098 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 MA02 EVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,907
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,098

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,907 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,098
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA02 EVR 39k58k76k94k112k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,907 miles
Since last MOT+17,143 miles
PASS
Mileage94,764 miles
Since last MOT+9,323 miles
PASS
Mileage85,441 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,440 miles
Since last MOT+7,360 miles
PASS
Mileage78,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,080 miles
Since last MOT+5,633 miles
PASS
Mileage72,447 miles
Since last MOT+7,089 miles
PASS
Mileage65,358 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,358 miles
Since last MOT+12,523 miles
PASS
Mileage52,835 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,827 miles
Since last MOT+1,358 miles
PASS
Mileage51,469 miles
Since last MOT+1,484 miles
PASS
Mileage49,985 miles
Since last MOT+1,749 miles
PASS
Mileage48,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,236 miles
Since last MOT+8,771 miles
PASS
Mileage39,465 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

RegistrationMA02 EVR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MA02 EVR

What car is MA02 EVR?

MA02 EVR is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MA02 EVR?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 EVR was 111,907 miles, recorded on 3 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 EVR passed its MOT?

MA02 EVR has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2016.

Is MA02 EVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA02 EVR 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 MA02 EVR?

MA02 EVR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.