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OU02 CXJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Grey Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 152,111 miles on the clock, averaging 7,981 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 OU02 CXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,111
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,981

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 reading152,111 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,981
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU02 CXJ 78k97k115k134k152k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,111 miles
Since last MOT+1,779 miles
PASS
Mileage150,332 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,332 miles
Since last MOT+7,462 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,870 miles
Since last MOT+15,543 miles
PASS
Mileage127,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,327 miles
Since last MOT+10,307 miles
PASS
Mileage117,020 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,020 miles
Since last MOT+8,180 miles
PASS
Mileage108,840 miles
Since last MOT+7,653 miles
PASS
Mileage101,187 miles
Since last MOT+7,789 miles
PASS
Mileage93,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,398 miles
Since last MOT+7,660 miles
PASS
Mileage85,738 miles
Since last MOT+7,436 miles
PASS
Mileage78,302 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

RegistrationOU02 CXJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About OU02 CXJ

What car is OU02 CXJ?

OU02 CXJ is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU02 CXJ?

The last recorded mileage for OU02 CXJ was 152,111 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU02 CXJ passed its MOT?

OU02 CXJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2015.

Is OU02 CXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU02 CXJ 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 OU02 CXJ?

OU02 CXJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.