2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · YF51 AOP
2002 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 115,398 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,398 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF51 AOP Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/07/2026
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF51 AOP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Vauxhall Astra (YF51 AOP) between February 2006 and July 2026.
The record contains 22 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 29 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (15 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”.
YF51 AOP Mileage History
- 01/02/200628,881 mi
- 06/02/200737,290 mi+8,409 mi
- 06/02/200846,843 mi+9,553 mi
- 09/02/200955,270 mi+8,427 mi
- 08/12/200959,432 mi+4,162 mi
- 09/12/200959,432 mi
- 10/01/201160,389 mi+957 mi
- 28/02/201261,193 mi+804 mi
- 01/03/201361,598 mi+405 mi
- 28/02/201461,900 mi+302 mi
- 09/07/201461,981 mi+81 mi
- 12/06/201569,342 mi+7,361 mi
- 11/06/201677,899 mi+8,557 mi
- 10/06/201784,995 mi+7,096 mi
- 21/06/201892,356 mi+7,361 mi
- 04/07/2019107,728 mi+15,372 mi
- 18/06/2020110,355 mi+2,627 mi
- 18/06/2020110,355 mi
- 18/06/2021112,767 mi+2,412 mi
- 14/07/2022115,398 mi+2,631 mi
Average of roughly 5,261 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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