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BN52 WMJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 55,677 miles on the clock, averaging 2,207 miles per year, well 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 BN52 WMJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,677
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
2,207

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,677 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,212
Average per year2,207
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN52 WMJ 18k27k37k46k56k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,677 miles
Since last MOT+6,212 miles
PASS
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,437 miles
Since last MOT+6,226 miles
PASS
Mileage43,211 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,211 miles
Since last MOT+4,596 miles
PASS
Mileage38,615 miles
Since last MOT+5,599 miles
PASS
Mileage33,016 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,016 miles
Since last MOT+2,670 miles
PASS
Mileage30,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,346 miles
Since last MOT+296 miles
PASS
Mileage30,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,050 miles
Since last MOT+382 miles
PASS
Mileage29,668 miles
Since last MOT+391 miles
PASS
Mileage29,277 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,277 miles
Since last MOT+435 miles
PASS
Mileage28,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,842 miles
Since last MOT+639 miles
PASS
Mileage28,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,227 miles
PASS
Mileage26,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,976 miles
Since last MOT+1,053 miles
PASS
Mileage25,923 miles
Since last MOT+1,481 miles
PASS
Mileage24,442 miles
Since last MOT+1,332 miles
PASS
Mileage23,110 miles
Since last MOT+1,751 miles
PASS
Mileage21,359 miles
Since last MOT+1,698 miles
PASS
Mileage19,661 miles
Since last MOT+1,986 miles
PASS
Mileage17,675 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

RegistrationBN52 WMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BN52 WMJ

What car is BN52 WMJ?

BN52 WMJ is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BN52 WMJ?

The last recorded mileage for BN52 WMJ was 55,677 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN52 WMJ passed its MOT?

BN52 WMJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2023.

Is BN52 WMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN52 WMJ 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 BN52 WMJ?

BN52 WMJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.