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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 123,043 miles on the clock, averaging 3,264 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 OW02 BDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 123,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 52 |
| Average per year | 3,264 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OW02 BDX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OW02 BDX
What car is OW02 BDX?
OW02 BDX is an green Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW02 BDX?
The last recorded mileage for OW02 BDX was 123,043 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW02 BDX passed its MOT?
OW02 BDX has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2022.
Is OW02 BDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW02 BDX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW02 BDX?
OW02 BDX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.