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CU52 RZN

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 136,551 miles on the clock, averaging 6,793 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 RZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,551
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,793

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading136,551 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,793
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU52 RZN 13k44k75k106k137k '05'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,551 miles
Since last MOT+5,018 miles
PASS
Mileage131,533 miles
Since last MOT+6,236 miles
PASS
Mileage125,297 miles
Since last MOT+5,569 miles
PASS
Mileage119,728 miles
Since last MOT+8,556 miles
PASS
Mileage111,172 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,172 miles
Since last MOT+6,616 miles
PASS
Mileage104,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,556 miles
Since last MOT+8,116 miles
PASS
Mileage96,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,440 miles
Since last MOT+7,014 miles
PASS
Mileage89,426 miles
FAIL
FAIL
Mileage80,310 miles
Since last MOT+8,838 miles
PASS
Mileage71,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,472 miles
Since last MOT+7,091 miles
PASS
Mileage64,381 miles
Since last MOT+11,232 miles
PASS
Mileage53,149 miles
Since last MOT+6,655 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,494 miles
Since last MOT+6,242 miles
PASS
Mileage40,252 miles
Since last MOT+5,731 miles
PASS
Mileage34,521 miles
Since last MOT+5,154 miles
PASS
Mileage29,367 miles
Since last MOT+5,950 miles
PASS
Mileage23,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,869 miles
PASS
Mileage17,548 miles
Since last MOT+4,369 miles
PASS
Mileage13,179 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 RZN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 RZN

What car is CU52 RZN?

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

What is the mileage of CU52 RZN?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 RZN was 136,551 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 RZN passed its MOT?

CU52 RZN has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2023.

Is CU52 RZN ULEZ compliant?

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

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