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MA02 MPU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 113,732 miles on the clock, averaging 11,369 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 MPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,732
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,369

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,732 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,620
Average per year11,369
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA02 MPU 11k37k62k88k114k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,732 miles
Since last MOT+17,620 miles
PASS
Mileage96,112 miles
Since last MOT+11,810 miles
PASS
Mileage84,302 miles
Since last MOT+18,751 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,551 miles
Since last MOT+17,241 miles
PASS
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,310 miles
Since last MOT+24,268 miles
PASS
Mileage24,042 miles
Since last MOT+2,498 miles
PASS
Mileage21,544 miles
Since last MOT+3,771 miles
PASS
Mileage17,773 miles
Since last MOT+3,592 miles
PASS
Mileage14,181 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,161 miles
Since last MOT+3,145 miles
PASS
Mileage11,016 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 MPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
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 MPU

What car is MA02 MPU?

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

What is the mileage of MA02 MPU?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 MPU was 113,732 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 MPU passed its MOT?

MA02 MPU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2015.

Is MA02 MPU ULEZ compliant?

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

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