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SP02 EXW

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 82,624 miles on the clock, averaging 6,717 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 SP02 EXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,624
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
6,717

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,624 miles
Reading date
Miles last year45
Average per year6,717
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SP02 EXW 53k60k68k75k83k '06'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,624 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,579 miles
Since last MOT+9,168 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,411 miles
Since last MOT+8,505 miles
PASS
Mileage64,906 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,906 miles
Since last MOT+11,980 miles
PASS
Mileage52,926 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 EXW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SP02 EXW

What car is SP02 EXW?

SP02 EXW is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.

What is the mileage of SP02 EXW?

The last recorded mileage for SP02 EXW was 82,624 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP02 EXW passed its MOT?

SP02 EXW has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2010.

Is SP02 EXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP02 EXW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SP02 EXW?

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