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CU52 OLB

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 121,080 miles on the clock, averaging 5,781 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 OLB

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,080
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
5,781

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 reading121,080 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year5,781
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU52 OLB 22k47k71k96k121k '05'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,080 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,076 miles
Since last MOT+4,764 miles
PASS
Mileage116,312 miles
Since last MOT+4,261 miles
PASS
Mileage112,051 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,036 miles
Since last MOT+4,205 miles
PASS
Mileage107,831 miles
Since last MOT+4,494 miles
PASS
Mileage103,337 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,337 miles
Since last MOT+3,800 miles
PASS
Mileage99,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,537 miles
Since last MOT+3,584 miles
PASS
Mileage95,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,953 miles
Since last MOT+3,094 miles
PASS
Mileage92,859 miles
Since last MOT+4,612 miles
PASS
Mileage88,247 miles
Since last MOT+4,963 miles
PASS
Mileage83,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,284 miles
Since last MOT+7,827 miles
PASS
Mileage75,457 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,456 miles
Since last MOT+7,272 miles
PASS
Mileage68,184 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,181 miles
Since last MOT+8,502 miles
PASS
Mileage59,679 miles
Since last MOT+8,252 miles
PASS
Mileage51,427 miles
Since last MOT+9,479 miles
PASS
Mileage41,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,948 miles
Since last MOT+4,918 miles
PASS
Mileage37,030 miles
Since last MOT+7,691 miles
PASS
Mileage29,339 miles
Since last MOT+7,681 miles
PASS
Mileage21,658 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 OLB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 OLB

What car is CU52 OLB?

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

What is the mileage of CU52 OLB?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 OLB was 121,080 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 OLB passed its MOT?

CU52 OLB has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2023.

Is CU52 OLB ULEZ compliant?

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

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