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WG02 AHU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 110,819 miles on the clock, averaging 4,557 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 WG02 AHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,819
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
4,557

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading110,819 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,214
Average per year4,557
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG02 AHU 33k53k72k91k111k '05'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,819 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage109,605 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,595 miles
Since last MOT+943 miles
PASS
Mileage108,652 miles
Since last MOT+1,918 miles
PASS
Mileage106,734 miles
Since last MOT+2,408 miles
PASS
Mileage104,326 miles
Since last MOT+2,918 miles
PASS
Mileage101,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,408 miles
Since last MOT+3,683 miles
PASS
Mileage97,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,725 miles
Since last MOT+4,346 miles
PASS
Mileage93,379 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,378 miles
Since last MOT+4,796 miles
PASS
Mileage88,582 miles
Since last MOT+5,067 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,515 miles
Since last MOT+4,853 miles
PASS
Mileage78,662 miles
Since last MOT+6,347 miles
PASS
Mileage72,315 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,309 miles
Since last MOT+7,264 miles
PASS
Mileage65,045 miles
Since last MOT+6,298 miles
PASS
Mileage58,747 miles
Since last MOT+5,638 miles
PASS
Mileage53,109 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage47,336 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,317 miles
Since last MOT+6,627 miles
PASS
Mileage40,690 miles
Since last MOT+7,231 miles
PASS
Mileage33,459 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

RegistrationWG02 AHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About WG02 AHU

What car is WG02 AHU?

WG02 AHU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WG02 AHU?

The last recorded mileage for WG02 AHU was 110,819 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG02 AHU passed its MOT?

WG02 AHU has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2022.

Is WG02 AHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG02 AHU 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 WG02 AHU?

WG02 AHU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.