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SY02 LFD

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 83,247 miles on the clock, averaging 5,558 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 SY02 LFD

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,558

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 reading83,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,266
Average per year5,558
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY02 LFD 31k44k57k70k83k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,247 miles
Since last MOT+3,266 miles
PASS
Mileage79,981 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,981 miles
Since last MOT+2,844 miles
PASS
Mileage77,137 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,136 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,560 miles
Since last MOT+4,457 miles
PASS
Mileage68,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,103 miles
Since last MOT+3,775 miles
PASS
Mileage64,328 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,946 miles
PASS
Mileage53,360 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,360 miles
Since last MOT+8,449 miles
PASS
Mileage47,911 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,911 miles
Since last MOT+8,686 miles
PASS
Mileage39,225 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage32,380 miles
Since last MOT+1,435 miles
PASS
Mileage30,945 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

RegistrationSY02 LFD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About SY02 LFD

What car is SY02 LFD?

SY02 LFD is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.

What is the mileage of SY02 LFD?

The last recorded mileage for SY02 LFD was 83,247 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY02 LFD passed its MOT?

SY02 LFD has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2015.

Is SY02 LFD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY02 LFD 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 SY02 LFD?

SY02 LFD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.