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OU02 TGX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 86,370 miles on the clock, averaging 4,837 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 OU02 TGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,370
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,837

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading86,370 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,184
Average per year4,837
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU02 TGX 49k59k68k77k86k '05'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,370 miles
Since last MOT+12,184 miles
PASS
Mileage74,186 miles
Since last MOT+199 miles
PASS
Mileage73,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,987 miles
Since last MOT+2,884 miles
PASS
Mileage71,103 miles
Since last MOT+7,526 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,577 miles
Since last MOT+2,964 miles
PASS
Mileage60,613 miles
Since last MOT+9,690 miles
PASS
Mileage50,923 miles
Since last MOT+1,462 miles
PASS
Mileage49,461 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 TGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About OU02 TGX

What car is OU02 TGX?

OU02 TGX is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU02 TGX?

The last recorded mileage for OU02 TGX was 86,370 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU02 TGX passed its MOT?

OU02 TGX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2013.

Is OU02 TGX ULEZ compliant?

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

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