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SN02 WLC

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 118,684 miles on the clock, averaging 7,797 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 WLC

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,684
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,797

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading118,684 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,797
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SN02 WLC 40k60k79k99k119k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,684 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,681 miles
Since last MOT+6,524 miles
PASS
Mileage112,157 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,154 miles
Since last MOT+7,411 miles
PASS
Mileage104,743 miles
Since last MOT+8,108 miles
PASS
Mileage96,635 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,624 miles
Since last MOT+9,384 miles
PASS
Mileage87,240 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,240 miles
Since last MOT+6,412 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,828 miles
Since last MOT+8,744 miles
PASS
Mileage72,084 miles
Since last MOT+6,746 miles
PASS
Mileage65,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,338 miles
Since last MOT+8,020 miles
PASS
Mileage57,318 miles
Since last MOT+8,349 miles
PASS
Mileage48,969 miles
Since last MOT+9,179 miles
PASS
Mileage39,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,790 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 WLC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SN02 WLC

What car is SN02 WLC?

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

What is the mileage of SN02 WLC?

The last recorded mileage for SN02 WLC was 118,684 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN02 WLC passed its MOT?

SN02 WLC has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2015.

Is SN02 WLC ULEZ compliant?

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

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