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CU52 RWN

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 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 105,619 miles on the clock, averaging 4,901 miles per year, well 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 RWN

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,619
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,901

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading105,619 miles
Reading date
Miles last year76
Average per year4,901
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU52 RWN 40k56k73k89k106k '06'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,619 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,543 miles
Since last MOT+1,330 miles
PASS
Mileage104,213 miles
Since last MOT+1,274 miles
PASS
Mileage102,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,939 miles
Since last MOT+2,086 miles
PASS
Mileage100,853 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,853 miles
Since last MOT+2,835 miles
PASS
Mileage98,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,245 miles
PASS
Mileage93,773 miles
Since last MOT+4,360 miles
PASS
Mileage89,413 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,413 miles
Since last MOT+4,437 miles
PASS
Mileage84,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,337 miles
PASS
Mileage76,639 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,638 miles
Since last MOT+18,769 miles
PASS
Mileage57,869 miles
PASS
Mileage58,724 miles
Since last MOT+8,190 miles
PASS
Mileage50,534 miles
Since last MOT+7,904 miles
PASS
Mileage42,630 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage39,615 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 RWN
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 RWN

What car is CU52 RWN?

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

What is the mileage of CU52 RWN?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 RWN was 105,619 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 RWN passed its MOT?

CU52 RWN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2020.

Is CU52 RWN ULEZ compliant?

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

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