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MA02 NUK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 123,950 miles on the clock, averaging 7,995 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 NUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,950
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,995

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,950 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,229
Average per year7,995
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA02 NUK 41k62k82k103k124k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,950 miles
Since last MOT+5,229 miles
PASS
Mileage118,721 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage113,330 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,886 miles
PASS
Mileage109,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,422 miles
Since last MOT+5,022 miles
PASS
Mileage104,400 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,382 miles
Since last MOT+4,806 miles
PASS
Mileage99,576 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,518 miles
Since last MOT+10,611 miles
PASS
Mileage88,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,907 miles
Since last MOT+10,365 miles
PASS
Mileage78,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,026 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,516 miles
Since last MOT+15,561 miles
PASS
Mileage56,955 miles
Since last MOT+16,263 miles
PASS
Mileage40,692 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 NUK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
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 NUK

What car is MA02 NUK?

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

What is the mileage of MA02 NUK?

The last recorded mileage for MA02 NUK was 123,950 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA02 NUK passed its MOT?

MA02 NUK has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2016.

Is MA02 NUK ULEZ compliant?

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

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