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SL02 WMJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 85,159 miles on the clock, averaging 6,303 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 SL02 WMJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,159
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,303

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 reading85,159 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year6,303
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL02 WMJ 22k38k54k69k85k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,159 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,155 miles
Since last MOT+5,222 miles
PASS
Mileage79,933 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,933 miles
Since last MOT+895 miles
PASS
Mileage79,038 miles
Since last MOT+2,541 miles
PASS
Mileage76,497 miles
Since last MOT+1,071 miles
PASS
Mileage75,426 miles
Since last MOT+6,067 miles
PASS
Mileage69,359 miles
Since last MOT+16,248 miles
PASS
Mileage53,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,111 miles
Since last MOT+7,180 miles
PASS
Mileage45,931 miles
Since last MOT+10,189 miles
PASS
Mileage35,742 miles
Since last MOT+6,511 miles
PASS
Mileage29,231 miles
Since last MOT+6,988 miles
PASS
Mileage22,243 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

RegistrationSL02 WMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SL02 WMJ

What car is SL02 WMJ?

SL02 WMJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL02 WMJ?

The last recorded mileage for SL02 WMJ was 85,159 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL02 WMJ passed its MOT?

SL02 WMJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2016.

Is SL02 WMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 WMJ 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 SL02 WMJ?

SL02 WMJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.