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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 218,104 miles on the clock, averaging 10,071 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for YA02 BEW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 10,071 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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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
| Registration | YA02 BEW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YA02 BEW
What car is YA02 BEW?
YA02 BEW is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1686cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YA02 BEW?
The last recorded mileage for YA02 BEW was 218,104 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA02 BEW passed its MOT?
YA02 BEW has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2014.
Is YA02 BEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA02 BEW 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 YA02 BEW?
YA02 BEW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.