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YJ02 AGU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 102,138 miles on the clock, averaging 6,531 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for YJ02 AGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,138
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,531

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,138 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year6,531
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YJ02 AGU 35k52k69k85k102k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,138 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,134 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,600 miles
Since last MOT+6,304 miles
PASS
Mileage89,296 miles
Since last MOT+6,038 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,258 miles
Since last MOT+4,766 miles
PASS
Mileage78,492 miles
Since last MOT+2,992 miles
PASS
Mileage75,500 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,500 miles
Since last MOT+5,028 miles
PASS
Mileage70,472 miles
Since last MOT+5,571 miles
PASS
Mileage64,901 miles
Since last MOT+10,634 miles
PASS
Mileage54,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,267 miles
Since last MOT+6,012 miles
PASS
Mileage48,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,255 miles
Since last MOT+3,645 miles
PASS
Mileage44,610 miles
Since last MOT+9,634 miles
PASS
Mileage34,976 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

RegistrationYJ02 AGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYJ — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YJ02 AGU

What car is YJ02 AGU?

YJ02 AGU is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YJ02 AGU?

The last recorded mileage for YJ02 AGU was 102,138 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YJ02 AGU passed its MOT?

YJ02 AGU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2016.

Is YJ02 AGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YJ02 AGU 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 YJ02 AGU?

YJ02 AGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.