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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 65,309 miles on the clock, averaging 6,379 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 AJ52 HLR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 65,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,581 |
| Average per year | 6,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | AJ52 HLR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AJ52 HLR
What car is AJ52 HLR?
AJ52 HLR is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AJ52 HLR?
The last recorded mileage for AJ52 HLR was 65,309 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ52 HLR passed its MOT?
AJ52 HLR has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2010.
Is AJ52 HLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ52 HLR 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 AJ52 HLR?
AJ52 HLR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.