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YJ02 GJO

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 125,892 miles on the clock, averaging 5,776 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 GJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,892
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,776

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading125,892 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,776
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YJ02 GJO 71k84k98k112k126k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,892 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,511 miles
PASS
Mileage123,481 miles
Since last MOT+2,154 miles
PASS
Mileage121,327 miles
Since last MOT+2,345 miles
PASS
Mileage118,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,982 miles
Since last MOT+2,749 miles
PASS
Mileage116,233 miles
Since last MOT+2,814 miles
PASS
Mileage113,419 miles
Since last MOT+3,527 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,892 miles
Since last MOT+3,513 miles
PASS
Mileage106,379 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,379 miles
Since last MOT+15,695 miles
PASS
Mileage90,684 miles
Since last MOT+20,142 miles
PASS
Mileage70,542 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 GJO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYJ — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YJ02 GJO

What car is YJ02 GJO?

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

What is the mileage of YJ02 GJO?

The last recorded mileage for YJ02 GJO was 125,892 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YJ02 GJO passed its MOT?

YJ02 GJO has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2015.

Is YJ02 GJO ULEZ compliant?

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

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