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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 169,156 miles on the clock, averaging 21,077 miles per year, above 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 NBN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 21,077 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | OU02 NBN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OU02 NBN
What car is OU02 NBN?
OU02 NBN is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OU02 NBN?
The last recorded mileage for OU02 NBN was 169,156 miles, recorded on 3 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU02 NBN passed its MOT?
OU02 NBN has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2012.
Is OU02 NBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU02 NBN 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 NBN?
OU02 NBN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.