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EU52 XVT

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 89,806 miles on the clock, averaging 3,504 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 EU52 XVT

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,806
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
3,504

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,806 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,486
Average per year3,504
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU52 XVT 23k40k57k73k90k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,806 miles
Since last MOT+1,486 miles
PASS
Mileage88,320 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,320 miles
Since last MOT+1,182 miles
PASS
Mileage87,138 miles
Since last MOT+1,375 miles
PASS
Mileage85,763 miles
Since last MOT+1,146 miles
PASS
Mileage84,617 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,605 miles
Since last MOT+1,384 miles
PASS
Mileage83,221 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,221 miles
Since last MOT+2,647 miles
PASS
Mileage80,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,574 miles
Since last MOT+2,866 miles
PASS
Mileage77,708 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage74,757 miles
Since last MOT+4,494 miles
PASS
Mileage70,263 miles
Since last MOT+5,321 miles
PASS
Mileage64,942 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,406 miles
PASS
Mileage59,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,148 miles
PASS
Mileage54,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,124 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,264 miles
Since last MOT+4,165 miles
PASS
Mileage46,099 miles
Since last MOT+4,276 miles
PASS
Mileage41,823 miles
Since last MOT+4,267 miles
PASS
Mileage37,556 miles
Since last MOT+4,622 miles
PASS
Mileage32,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,644 miles
PASS
Mileage27,290 miles
Since last MOT+3,856 miles
PASS
Mileage23,434 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 XVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EU52 XVT

What car is EU52 XVT?

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

What is the mileage of EU52 XVT?

The last recorded mileage for EU52 XVT was 89,806 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU52 XVT passed its MOT?

EU52 XVT has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2025.

Is EU52 XVT ULEZ compliant?

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

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