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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 94,102 miles on the clock, averaging 4,667 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 CX52 BTE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,102 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,073 |
| Average per year | 4,667 |
| 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 | CX52 BTE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CX52 BTE
What car is CX52 BTE?
CX52 BTE is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bangor in 2002.
What is the mileage of CX52 BTE?
The last recorded mileage for CX52 BTE was 94,102 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CX52 BTE passed its MOT?
CX52 BTE has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is CX52 BTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX52 BTE 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 CX52 BTE?
CX52 BTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.