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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1686cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 181,901 miles on the clock, averaging 7,468 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 YA02 BVM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 181,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 165,738 |
| Average per year | 7,468 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 BVM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 BVM
What car is YA02 BVM?
YA02 BVM is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1686cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YA02 BVM?
The last recorded mileage for YA02 BVM was 181,901 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA02 BVM passed its MOT?
YA02 BVM has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2015.
Is YA02 BVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA02 BVM 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 BVM?
YA02 BVM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.