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FE52 WMU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 80,311 miles on the clock, averaging 6,461 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 FE52 WMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,311
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,461

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,311 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,300
Average per year6,461
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE52 WMU 44k53k62k71k80k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,311 miles
Since last MOT+1,300 miles
PASS
Mileage79,011 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,010 miles
Since last MOT+4,266 miles
PASS
Mileage74,744 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,742 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage68,211 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,210 miles
Since last MOT+6,524 miles
PASS
Mileage61,686 miles
Since last MOT+8,078 miles
PASS
Mileage53,608 miles
Since last MOT+9,434 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,174 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

RegistrationFE52 WMU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FE52 WMU

What car is FE52 WMU?

FE52 WMU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FE52 WMU?

The last recorded mileage for FE52 WMU was 80,311 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE52 WMU passed its MOT?

FE52 WMU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2012.

Is FE52 WMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE52 WMU 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 FE52 WMU?

FE52 WMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.