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PL02 FYO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 59,186 miles on the clock, averaging 5,193 miles per year, 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 PL02 FYO

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,186
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
5,193

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading59,186 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,193
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL02 FYO 20k30k40k49k59k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,186 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,186 miles
Since last MOT+5,094 miles
PASS
Mileage54,092 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage48,520 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage42,709 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,709 miles
Since last MOT+4,806 miles
PASS
Mileage37,903 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage31,023 miles
Since last MOT+10,626 miles
PASS
Mileage20,397 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

RegistrationPL02 FYO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About PL02 FYO

What car is PL02 FYO?

PL02 FYO is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PL02 FYO?

The last recorded mileage for PL02 FYO was 59,186 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL02 FYO passed its MOT?

PL02 FYO has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2013.

Is PL02 FYO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL02 FYO 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 PL02 FYO?

PL02 FYO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.