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YP02 VTE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 157,482 miles on the clock, averaging 8,160 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 YP02 VTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,482
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,160

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading157,482 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,555
Average per year8,160
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP02 VTE 92k108k125k141k157k '05'13'09

Check YP02 VTE

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage157,482 miles
Since last MOT+12,555 miles
PASS
Mileage144,927 miles
Since last MOT+7,006 miles
PASS
Mileage137,921 miles
Since last MOT+15,099 miles
PASS
Mileage122,822 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,782 miles
Since last MOT+14,364 miles
PASS
Mileage108,418 miles
Since last MOT+7,648 miles
PASS
Mileage100,770 miles
Since last MOT+160 miles
PASS
Mileage100,610 miles
Since last MOT+8,634 miles
PASS
Mileage91,976 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

RegistrationYP02 VTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YP02 VTE

What car is YP02 VTE?

YP02 VTE is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.

What is the mileage of YP02 VTE?

The last recorded mileage for YP02 VTE was 157,482 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP02 VTE passed its MOT?

YP02 VTE has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Jun 2013.

Is YP02 VTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP02 VTE 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 YP02 VTE?

YP02 VTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.