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ME02 TAV

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1389cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1389cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 94,576 miles on the clock, averaging 5,866 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for ME02 TAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,576
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,866

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 reading94,576 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,849
Average per year5,866
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ME02 TAV 65k72k80k87k95k '06'11'08

Check ME02 TAV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,576 miles
Since last MOT+5,849 miles
PASS
Mileage88,727 miles
Since last MOT+5,765 miles
PASS
Mileage82,962 miles
Since last MOT+4,679 miles
PASS
Mileage78,283 miles
Since last MOT+276 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,007 miles
Since last MOT+8,052 miles
PASS
Mileage69,955 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,896 miles
Since last MOT+4,939 miles
PASS
Mileage64,957 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationME02 TAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeME — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About ME02 TAV

What car is ME02 TAV?

ME02 TAV is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of ME02 TAV?

The last recorded mileage for ME02 TAV was 94,576 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ME02 TAV passed its MOT?

ME02 TAV has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2011.

Is ME02 TAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ME02 TAV 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 ME02 TAV?

ME02 TAV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.