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YJ02 JYV

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 105,620 miles on the clock, averaging 8,057 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 YJ02 JYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,620
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,057

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 reading105,620 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,057
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YJ02 JYV 72k81k89k97k106k '07'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,620 miles
Since last MOT+8,036 miles
PASS
Mileage97,584 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,582 miles
Since last MOT+7,716 miles
PASS
Mileage89,866 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,866 miles
Since last MOT+8,974 miles
PASS
Mileage80,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,892 miles
Since last MOT+8,541 miles
PASS
Mileage72,351 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,351 miles
PASS

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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 JYV
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 JYV

What car is YJ02 JYV?

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

What is the mileage of YJ02 JYV?

The last recorded mileage for YJ02 JYV was 105,620 miles, recorded on 31 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YJ02 JYV passed its MOT?

YJ02 JYV has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2011.

Is YJ02 JYV ULEZ compliant?

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

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