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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for BW52 UHF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,031 |
| Average per year | 5,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BW52 UHF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 UHF
What car is BW52 UHF?
BW52 UHF is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
Has BW52 UHF passed its MOT?
BW52 UHF has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2025.
Is BW52 UHF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 UHF 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 BW52 UHF?
BW52 UHF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.