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SA02 ESU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 104,446 miles on the clock, averaging 4,669 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 SA02 ESU

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,446
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,669

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading104,446 miles
Reading date
Miles last year282
Average per year4,669
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA02 ESU 71k79k88k96k104k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,446 miles
Since last MOT+282 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,164 miles
Since last MOT+9,111 miles
PASS
Mileage95,053 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,039 miles
Since last MOT+17,843 miles
PASS
Mileage77,196 miles
PASS
Mileage234,446 miles
Since last MOT+631 miles
FAIL
Mileage233,815 miles
Since last MOT+42,249 miles
PASS
Mileage191,566 miles
Since last MOT+47,253 miles
PASS
Mileage144,313 miles
Since last MOT+33,163 miles
PASS
Mileage111,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,150 miles
Since last MOT+40,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,040 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

RegistrationSA02 ESU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SA02 ESU

What car is SA02 ESU?

SA02 ESU is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SA02 ESU?

The last recorded mileage for SA02 ESU was 104,446 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA02 ESU passed its MOT?

SA02 ESU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2013.

Is SA02 ESU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA02 ESU 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 SA02 ESU?

SA02 ESU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.