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BV52 EHN

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 66,641 miles on the clock, averaging 6,657 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 BV52 EHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,657

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

Below average
Latest reading66,641 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,542
Average per year6,657
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BV52 EHN 12k26k39k53k67k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,641 miles
Since last MOT+6,542 miles
PASS
Mileage60,099 miles
Since last MOT+7,982 miles
PASS
Mileage52,117 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,117 miles
Since last MOT+6,423 miles
PASS
Mileage45,694 miles
Since last MOT+5,948 miles
PASS
Mileage39,746 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage32,431 miles
Since last MOT+6,110 miles
PASS
Mileage26,321 miles
Since last MOT+6,730 miles
PASS
Mileage19,591 miles
Since last MOT+7,577 miles
PASS
Mileage12,014 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

RegistrationBV52 EHN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBV — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BV52 EHN

What car is BV52 EHN?

BV52 EHN is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BV52 EHN?

The last recorded mileage for BV52 EHN was 66,641 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV52 EHN passed its MOT?

BV52 EHN has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Jan 2014.

Is BV52 EHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV52 EHN 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 BV52 EHN?

BV52 EHN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.