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SP02 EXJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 89,427 miles on the clock, averaging 7,760 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 SP02 EXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,427
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,760

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 reading89,427 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,760
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP02 EXJ 30k45k60k75k89k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,427 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,427 miles
Since last MOT+18,409 miles
PASS
Mileage71,018 miles
Since last MOT+13,180 miles
PASS
Mileage57,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,413 miles
PASS
Mileage54,425 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,398 miles
Since last MOT+4,804 miles
PASS
Mileage49,594 miles
Since last MOT+5,697 miles
PASS
Mileage43,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,897 miles
Since last MOT+13,935 miles
PASS
Mileage29,962 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

RegistrationSP02 EXJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SP02 EXJ

What car is SP02 EXJ?

SP02 EXJ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.

What is the mileage of SP02 EXJ?

The last recorded mileage for SP02 EXJ was 89,427 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP02 EXJ passed its MOT?

SP02 EXJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2013.

Is SP02 EXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP02 EXJ 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 SP02 EXJ?

SP02 EXJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.