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YC02 UZK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 105,688 miles on the clock, averaging 7,945 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 YC02 UZK

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,945

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading105,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,296
Average per year7,945
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC02 UZK 62k73k84k95k106k '05'11'09

Check YC02 UZK

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,688 miles
Since last MOT+11,296 miles
PASS
Mileage94,392 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,391 miles
Since last MOT+19,296 miles
PASS
Mileage75,095 miles
Since last MOT+8,805 miles
PASS
Mileage66,290 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,287 miles
Since last MOT+4,347 miles
PASS
Mileage61,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,940 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

RegistrationYC02 UZK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YC02 UZK

What car is YC02 UZK?

YC02 UZK is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YC02 UZK?

The last recorded mileage for YC02 UZK was 105,688 miles, recorded on 28 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC02 UZK passed its MOT?

YC02 UZK has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2011.

Is YC02 UZK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC02 UZK 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 YC02 UZK?

YC02 UZK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.