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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 130,437 miles on the clock, averaging 4,725 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for MW02 PVD
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 130,437 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,487 |
| Average per year | 4,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MW02 PVD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About MW02 PVD
What car is MW02 PVD?
MW02 PVD is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW02 PVD?
The last recorded mileage for MW02 PVD was 130,437 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW02 PVD passed its MOT?
MW02 PVD has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2016.
Is MW02 PVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW02 PVD 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 MW02 PVD?
MW02 PVD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.