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SD02 MLE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 106,478 miles on the clock, averaging 6,470 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 SD02 MLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,478
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,470

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 reading106,478 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,190
Average per year6,470
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD02 MLE 37k54k72k89k106k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,478 miles
Since last MOT+12,190 miles
PASS
Mileage94,288 miles
Since last MOT+6,925 miles
PASS
Mileage87,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,262 miles
PASS
Mileage80,101 miles
Since last MOT+6,276 miles
PASS
Mileage73,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,825 miles
Since last MOT+10,068 miles
PASS
Mileage63,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,276 miles
Since last MOT+6,754 miles
PASS
Mileage50,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,522 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage46,159 miles
Since last MOT+4,836 miles
PASS
Mileage41,323 miles
Since last MOT+4,661 miles
PASS
Mileage36,662 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

RegistrationSD02 MLE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SD02 MLE

What car is SD02 MLE?

SD02 MLE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SD02 MLE?

The last recorded mileage for SD02 MLE was 106,478 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD02 MLE passed its MOT?

SD02 MLE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2017.

Is SD02 MLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD02 MLE 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 SD02 MLE?

SD02 MLE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.