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MA02 FFL

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 81,032 miles on the clock, averaging 8,472 miles per year, around 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 FFL

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,032
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,472

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading81,032 miles
Reading date
Miles last year64
Average per year8,472
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MA02 FFL 29k42k55k68k81k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,032 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,968 miles
Since last MOT+8,483 miles
PASS
Mileage72,485 miles
Since last MOT+193 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,292 miles
Since last MOT+9,726 miles
PASS
Mileage62,566 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,566 miles
Since last MOT+9,878 miles
PASS
Mileage52,688 miles
Since last MOT+9,420 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,268 miles
Since last MOT+6,064 miles
PASS
Mileage37,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,204 miles
Since last MOT+8,022 miles
PASS
Mileage29,182 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,182 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 FFL
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 FFL

What car is MA02 FFL?

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

What is the mileage of MA02 FFL?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 FFL was 81,032 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 FFL passed its MOT?

MA02 FFL has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2012.

Is MA02 FFL ULEZ compliant?

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

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