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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 162,803 miles on the clock, averaging 11,092 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 MA02 EWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,803 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 102 |
| Average per year | 11,092 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MA02 EWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MA02 EWJ
What car is MA02 EWJ?
MA02 EWJ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MA02 EWJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA02 EWJ was 162,803 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA02 EWJ passed its MOT?
MA02 EWJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2017.
Is MA02 EWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA02 EWJ 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 EWJ?
MA02 EWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.