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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 104,747 miles on the clock, averaging 9,358 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 VHW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,747 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 124 |
| Average per year | 9,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BU52 VHW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 VHW
What car is BU52 VHW?
BU52 VHW is a yellow Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 VHW was 104,747 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 VHW passed its MOT?
BU52 VHW has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2011.
Is BU52 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 VHW 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 VHW?
BU52 VHW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.