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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 121,043 miles on the clock, averaging 9,116 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 SH02 RRU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,947 |
| Average per year | 9,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SH02 RRU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SH02 RRU
What car is SH02 RRU?
SH02 RRU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SH02 RRU?
The last recorded mileage for SH02 RRU was 121,043 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH02 RRU passed its MOT?
SH02 RRU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2014.
Is SH02 RRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH02 RRU 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 SH02 RRU?
SH02 RRU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.