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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 71,797 miles on the clock, averaging 7,350 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 SN02 HGJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,797 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,788 |
| Average per year | 7,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SN02 HGJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SN02 HGJ
What car is SN02 HGJ?
SN02 HGJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SN02 HGJ?
The last recorded mileage for SN02 HGJ was 71,797 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN02 HGJ passed its MOT?
SN02 HGJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2010.
Is SN02 HGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN02 HGJ 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 SN02 HGJ?
SN02 HGJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.