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WG02 SZW

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 138,495 miles on the clock, averaging 6,751 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 WG02 SZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,495
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,751

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

Below average
Latest reading138,495 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,751
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG02 SZW 19k49k79k109k138k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage138,495 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,490 miles
Since last MOT+14,540 miles
PASS
Mileage123,950 miles
Since last MOT+1,822 miles
PASS
Mileage122,128 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage116,795 miles
Since last MOT+6,238 miles
PASS
Mileage110,557 miles
Since last MOT+7,248 miles
PASS
Mileage103,309 miles
Since last MOT+7,863 miles
PASS
Mileage95,446 miles
Since last MOT+9,698 miles
PASS
Mileage85,748 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage79,280 miles
Since last MOT+5,633 miles
PASS
Mileage73,647 miles
Since last MOT+4,776 miles
PASS
Mileage68,871 miles
Since last MOT+5,211 miles
PASS
Mileage63,660 miles
Since last MOT+5,285 miles
PASS
Mileage58,375 miles
Since last MOT+8,763 miles
PASS
Mileage49,612 miles
Since last MOT+9,685 miles
PASS
Mileage39,927 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage32,154 miles
Since last MOT+8,259 miles
PASS
Mileage23,895 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,890 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 SZW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
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 SZW

What car is WG02 SZW?

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

What is the mileage of WG02 SZW?

The last recorded mileage for WG02 SZW was 138,495 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG02 SZW passed its MOT?

WG02 SZW has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2024.

Is WG02 SZW ULEZ compliant?

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

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