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WM02 HTU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 66,603 miles on the clock, averaging 3,270 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 WM02 HTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,603
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,270

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,603 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,270
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM02 HTU 28k38k47k57k67k '07'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,603 miles
Since last MOT+27,640 miles
PASS
Mileage38,963 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
PASS
Mileage38,954 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
PASS
Mileage38,930 miles
Since last MOT+37,740 miles
PASS
Mileage1,190 miles
PASS
Mileage37,169 miles
Since last MOT+1,377 miles
PASS
Mileage35,792 miles
Since last MOT+838 miles
PASS
Mileage34,954 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,954 miles
Since last MOT+1,316 miles
PASS
Mileage33,638 miles
Since last MOT+3,221 miles
PASS
Mileage30,417 miles
Since last MOT+2,103 miles
PASS
Mileage28,314 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

RegistrationWM02 HTU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About WM02 HTU

What car is WM02 HTU?

WM02 HTU is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WM02 HTU?

The last recorded mileage for WM02 HTU was 66,603 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM02 HTU passed its MOT?

WM02 HTU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2018.

Is WM02 HTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM02 HTU 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 WM02 HTU?

WM02 HTU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.