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CU52 AHN

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 93,765 miles on the clock, averaging 5,554 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 CU52 AHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,765
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,554

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 reading93,765 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,554
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU52 AHN 30k46k62k78k94k '05'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,765 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,765 miles
Since last MOT+3,307 miles
PASS
Mileage90,458 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,458 miles
Since last MOT+4,845 miles
PASS
Mileage85,613 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,613 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage82,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,649 miles
PASS
Mileage77,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,051 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage72,269 miles
Since last MOT+3,336 miles
PASS
Mileage68,933 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,933 miles
Since last MOT+3,294 miles
PASS
Mileage65,639 miles
Since last MOT+7,345 miles
PASS
Mileage58,294 miles
Since last MOT+10,172 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,122 miles
Since last MOT+8,098 miles
PASS
Mileage40,024 miles
Since last MOT+20,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,024 miles
PASS
Mileage29,569 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

RegistrationCU52 AHN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 AHN

What car is CU52 AHN?

CU52 AHN is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.

What is the mileage of CU52 AHN?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 AHN was 93,765 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 AHN passed its MOT?

CU52 AHN has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2017.

Is CU52 AHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 AHN 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 CU52 AHN?

CU52 AHN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.