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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 105,813 miles on the clock, averaging 5,545 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 EX52 KVG
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EX52 KVG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EX52 KVG
What car is EX52 KVG?
EX52 KVG is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EX52 KVG?
The last recorded mileage for EX52 KVG was 105,813 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX52 KVG passed its MOT?
EX52 KVG has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2018.
Is EX52 KVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX52 KVG 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 KVG?
EX52 KVG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.