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SN02 SGU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 98,675 miles on the clock, averaging 7,616 miles per year, around 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 SGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,675
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,616

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading98,675 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,616
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN02 SGU 24k43k61k80k99k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,675 miles
Since last MOT+17,322 miles
PASS
Mileage81,353 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,353 miles
Since last MOT+6,928 miles
PASS
Mileage74,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,425 miles
Since last MOT+5,953 miles
PASS
Mileage68,472 miles
Since last MOT+429 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,043 miles
Since last MOT+549 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,494 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage60,179 miles
Since last MOT+6,045 miles
PASS
Mileage54,134 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,092 miles
Since last MOT+3,326 miles
PASS
Mileage50,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,766 miles
Since last MOT+6,565 miles
PASS
Mileage44,201 miles
Since last MOT+11,799 miles
PASS
Mileage32,402 miles
Since last MOT+5,235 miles
PASS
Mileage27,167 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage23,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,798 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

RegistrationSN02 SGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SN02 SGU

What car is SN02 SGU?

SN02 SGU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SN02 SGU?

The last recorded mileage for SN02 SGU was 98,675 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN02 SGU passed its MOT?

SN02 SGU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2016.

Is SN02 SGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN02 SGU 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 SGU?

SN02 SGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.