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EX52 DGU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 99,174 miles on the clock, averaging 8,040 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EX52 DGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,174
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,040

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading99,174 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,851
Average per year8,040
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX52 DGU 20k40k60k79k99k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,174 miles
Since last MOT+8,851 miles
PASS
Mileage90,323 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,322 miles
Since last MOT+9,096 miles
PASS
Mileage81,226 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
PASS
Mileage73,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,156 miles
Since last MOT+4,232 miles
PASS
Mileage68,924 miles
Since last MOT+8,111 miles
PASS
Mileage60,813 miles
Since last MOT+7,643 miles
PASS
Mileage53,170 miles
Since last MOT+6,684 miles
PASS
Mileage46,486 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,486 miles
Since last MOT+8,755 miles
PASS
Mileage37,731 miles
Since last MOT+8,087 miles
PASS
Mileage29,644 miles
Since last MOT+9,675 miles
PASS
Mileage19,969 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

RegistrationEX52 DGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EX52 DGU

What car is EX52 DGU?

EX52 DGU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EX52 DGU?

The last recorded mileage for EX52 DGU was 99,174 miles, recorded on 28 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX52 DGU passed its MOT?

EX52 DGU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2015.

Is EX52 DGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX52 DGU 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 EX52 DGU?

EX52 DGU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.