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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 77,513 miles on the clock, averaging 7,698 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 FD52 WLE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 77,513 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,905 |
| Average per year | 7,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FD52 WLE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 WLE
What car is FD52 WLE?
FD52 WLE is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FD52 WLE?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 WLE was 77,513 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 WLE passed its MOT?
FD52 WLE has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jan 2010.
Is FD52 WLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 WLE 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 FD52 WLE?
FD52 WLE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.