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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 94,421 miles on the clock, averaging 6,093 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 YM02 LVE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,421 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,632 |
| Average per year | 6,093 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YM02 LVE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About YM02 LVE
What car is YM02 LVE?
YM02 LVE is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YM02 LVE?
The last recorded mileage for YM02 LVE was 94,421 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM02 LVE passed its MOT?
YM02 LVE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2017.
Is YM02 LVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM02 LVE 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 YM02 LVE?
YM02 LVE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.