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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 185,204 miles on the clock, averaging 8,686 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 YE02 AXR
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 185,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,686 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | YE02 AXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YE02 AXR
What car is YE02 AXR?
YE02 AXR is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.
What is the mileage of YE02 AXR?
The last recorded mileage for YE02 AXR was 185,204 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE02 AXR passed its MOT?
YE02 AXR has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2013.
Is YE02 AXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE02 AXR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YE02 AXR?
YE02 AXR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.