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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 178,417 miles on the clock, averaging 7,626 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 PE02 CZS
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,417 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | PE02 CZS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About PE02 CZS
What car is PE02 CZS?
PE02 CZS is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PE02 CZS?
The last recorded mileage for PE02 CZS was 178,417 miles, recorded on 27 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE02 CZS passed its MOT?
PE02 CZS has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2016.
Is PE02 CZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE02 CZS 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 PE02 CZS?
PE02 CZS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.