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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 127,464 miles on the clock, averaging 3,574 miles per year, well 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 SX02 ACU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 127,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SX02 ACU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SX02 ACU
What car is SX02 ACU?
SX02 ACU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SX02 ACU?
The last recorded mileage for SX02 ACU was 127,464 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX02 ACU passed its MOT?
SX02 ACU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2012.
Is SX02 ACU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX02 ACU 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 SX02 ACU?
SX02 ACU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.