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EU52 UTR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1389cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1389cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 108,848 miles on the clock, averaging 6,434 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EU52 UTR

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,848
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,434

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 reading108,848 miles
Reading date
Miles last year45
Average per year6,434
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 UTR 35k53k72k90k109k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,848 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,803 miles
Since last MOT+6,549 miles
PASS
Mileage102,254 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,253 miles
Since last MOT+6,182 miles
PASS
Mileage96,071 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,071 miles
Since last MOT+10,313 miles
PASS
Mileage85,758 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage79,795 miles
Since last MOT+5,804 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,991 miles
Since last MOT+7,703 miles
PASS
Mileage66,288 miles
Since last MOT+6,393 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,895 miles
Since last MOT+4,439 miles
PASS
Mileage55,456 miles
Since last MOT+4,327 miles
PASS
Mileage51,129 miles
Since last MOT+3,748 miles
PASS
Mileage47,381 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,163 miles
Since last MOT+12,322 miles
PASS
Mileage34,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,841 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU52 UTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 UTR

What car is EU52 UTR?

EU52 UTR is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU52 UTR?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 UTR was 108,848 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 UTR passed its MOT?

EU52 UTR has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2018.

Is EU52 UTR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU52 UTR 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 EU52 UTR?

EU52 UTR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.