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WP02 BBU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 124,258 miles on the clock, averaging 8,704 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WP02 BBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,258
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,704

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,258 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,722
Average per year8,704
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP02 BBU 55k72k90k107k124k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage124,258 miles
Since last MOT+14,722 miles
PASS
Mileage109,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,536 miles
Since last MOT+6,052 miles
PASS
Mileage103,484 miles
Since last MOT+5,751 miles
PASS
Mileage97,733 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage90,089 miles
Since last MOT+7,957 miles
PASS
Mileage82,132 miles
Since last MOT+7,851 miles
PASS
Mileage74,281 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
PASS
Mileage65,960 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,960 miles
Since last MOT+10,713 miles
PASS
Mileage55,247 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

RegistrationWP02 BBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About WP02 BBU

What car is WP02 BBU?

WP02 BBU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WP02 BBU?

The last recorded mileage for WP02 BBU was 124,258 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP02 BBU passed its MOT?

WP02 BBU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 7 Apr 2014.

Is WP02 BBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP02 BBU 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 WP02 BBU?

WP02 BBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.