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MX02 OEU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 76,145 miles on the clock, averaging 3,002 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 MX02 OEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,145
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,002

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

Low mileage
Latest reading76,145 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year3,002
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX02 OEU 30k42k53k65k76k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,145 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,141 miles
Since last MOT+221 miles
PASS
Mileage75,920 miles
Since last MOT+180 miles
PASS
Mileage75,740 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,736 miles
Since last MOT+481 miles
PASS
Mileage75,255 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,250 miles
Since last MOT+1,378 miles
PASS
Mileage73,872 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,872 miles
Since last MOT+4,000 miles
PASS
Mileage69,872 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,868 miles
Since last MOT+3,934 miles
PASS
Mileage65,934 miles
Since last MOT+3,427 miles
PASS
Mileage62,507 miles
Since last MOT+3,283 miles
PASS
Mileage59,224 miles
Since last MOT+2,775 miles
PASS
Mileage56,449 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,442 miles
Since last MOT+3,829 miles
PASS
Mileage52,613 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,609 miles
Since last MOT+2,094 miles
PASS
Mileage50,515 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,138 miles
PASS
Mileage46,372 miles
Since last MOT+4,421 miles
PASS
Mileage41,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,821 miles
PASS
Mileage36,130 miles
Since last MOT+5,856 miles
PASS
Mileage30,274 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

RegistrationMX02 OEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About MX02 OEU

What car is MX02 OEU?

MX02 OEU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MX02 OEU?

The last recorded mileage for MX02 OEU was 76,145 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX02 OEU passed its MOT?

MX02 OEU has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2021.

Is MX02 OEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX02 OEU 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 MX02 OEU?

MX02 OEU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.