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EU52 XVR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 57,797 miles on the clock, averaging 6,640 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 EU52 XVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,797
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,640

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

Below average
Latest reading57,797 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,534
Average per year6,640
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EU52 XVR 25k33k41k50k58k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,797 miles
Since last MOT+7,534 miles
PASS
Mileage50,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,263 miles
Since last MOT+5,661 miles
PASS
Mileage44,602 miles
Since last MOT+5,472 miles
PASS
Mileage39,130 miles
Since last MOT+7,072 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,058 miles
Since last MOT+7,044 miles
PASS
Mileage25,014 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

RegistrationEU52 XVR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 XVR

What car is EU52 XVR?

EU52 XVR is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EU52 XVR?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 XVR was 57,797 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 XVR passed its MOT?

EU52 XVR has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2011.

Is EU52 XVR ULEZ compliant?

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

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