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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 147,447 miles on the clock, averaging 17,780 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 OY02 BSZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,447 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 17,780 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | OY02 BSZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About OY02 BSZ
What car is OY02 BSZ?
OY02 BSZ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OY02 BSZ?
The last recorded mileage for OY02 BSZ was 147,447 miles, recorded on 13 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY02 BSZ passed its MOT?
OY02 BSZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2011.
Is OY02 BSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY02 BSZ 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 OY02 BSZ?
OY02 BSZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.