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BU52 CFO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 108,562 miles on the clock, averaging 12,983 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 BU52 CFO

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,562
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,983

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading108,562 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,588
Average per year12,983
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BU52 CFO 42k59k75k92k109k '05'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage108,562 miles
Since last MOT+9,588 miles
PASS
Mileage98,974 miles
Since last MOT+1,272 miles
PASS
Mileage97,702 miles
Since last MOT+14,996 miles
PASS
Mileage82,706 miles
Since last MOT+15,290 miles
PASS
Mileage67,416 miles
Since last MOT+11,836 miles
PASS
Mileage55,580 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,580 miles
Since last MOT+13,197 miles
PASS
Mileage42,383 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

RegistrationBU52 CFO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BU52 CFO

What car is BU52 CFO?

BU52 CFO is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BU52 CFO?

The last recorded mileage for BU52 CFO was 108,562 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU52 CFO passed its MOT?

BU52 CFO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 16 Jul 2010.

Is BU52 CFO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 CFO 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 BU52 CFO?

BU52 CFO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.