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SF02 XSL

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 6 (50% pass rate). It has 115,464 miles on the clock, averaging 13,782 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 SF02 XSL

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,464
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
13,782

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,464 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,782
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SF02 XSL 45k63k80k98k115k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,464 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,464 miles
Since last MOT+12,287 miles
PASS
Mileage103,177 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,176 miles
Since last MOT+12,623 miles
PASS
Mileage90,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,553 miles
Since last MOT+14,283 miles
PASS
Mileage76,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,270 miles
Since last MOT+17,973 miles
PASS
Mileage58,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,297 miles
Since last MOT+13,171 miles
PASS
Mileage45,126 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,119 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

RegistrationSF02 XSL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SF02 XSL

What car is SF02 XSL?

SF02 XSL is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SF02 XSL?

The last recorded mileage for SF02 XSL was 115,464 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF02 XSL passed its MOT?

SF02 XSL has had 12 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (6 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2011.

Is SF02 XSL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF02 XSL 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 SF02 XSL?

SF02 XSL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.