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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 109,855 miles on the clock, averaging 9,024 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for FG52 BYR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 109,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,853 |
| Average per year | 9,024 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FG52 BYR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FG52 BYR
What car is FG52 BYR?
FG52 BYR is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FG52 BYR?
The last recorded mileage for FG52 BYR was 109,855 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG52 BYR passed its MOT?
FG52 BYR has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2014.
Is FG52 BYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG52 BYR 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 FG52 BYR?
FG52 BYR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.