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BV52 EJX

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 132,233 miles on the clock, averaging 9,022 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 BV52 EJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,233
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,022

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,233 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,018
Average per year9,022
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BV52 EJX 35k59k84k108k132k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,233 miles
Since last MOT+13,018 miles
PASS
Mileage119,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,215 miles
Since last MOT+10,129 miles
PASS
Mileage109,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,086 miles
Since last MOT+9,905 miles
PASS
Mileage99,181 miles
Since last MOT+10,035 miles
PASS
Mileage89,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,146 miles
Since last MOT+3,279 miles
PASS
Mileage85,867 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,862 miles
Since last MOT+5,412 miles
PASS
Mileage80,450 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,428 miles
Since last MOT+7,203 miles
PASS
Mileage73,225 miles
Since last MOT+9,645 miles
PASS
Mileage63,580 miles
Since last MOT+10,937 miles
PASS
Mileage52,643 miles
Since last MOT+10,525 miles
PASS
Mileage42,118 miles
Since last MOT+7,256 miles
PASS
Mileage34,862 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 EJX
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 EJX

What car is BV52 EJX?

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

What is the mileage of BV52 EJX?

The last recorded mileage for BV52 EJX was 132,233 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV52 EJX passed its MOT?

BV52 EJX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2017.

Is BV52 EJX ULEZ compliant?

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

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