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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 155,086 miles on the clock, averaging 9,460 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AO52 DTV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,086 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,603 |
| Average per year | 9,460 |
| 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 | AO52 DTV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AO52 DTV
What car is AO52 DTV?
AO52 DTV is an blue Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AO52 DTV?
The last recorded mileage for AO52 DTV was 155,086 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO52 DTV passed its MOT?
AO52 DTV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2018.
How old is AO52 DTV?
AO52 DTV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.