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FJ52 BXU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 125,100 miles on the clock, averaging 7,671 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 FJ52 BXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,100
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,671

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,100 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,671
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ52 BXU 36k58k81k103k125k '05'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,100 miles
Since last MOT+12,762 miles
PASS
Mileage112,338 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,338 miles
Since last MOT+10,109 miles
PASS
Mileage102,229 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,229 miles
Since last MOT+10,272 miles
PASS
Mileage91,957 miles
Since last MOT+8,031 miles
PASS
Mileage83,926 miles
Since last MOT+9,789 miles
PASS
Mileage74,137 miles
Since last MOT+10,258 miles
PASS
Mileage63,879 miles
Since last MOT+5,185 miles
PASS
Mileage58,694 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage54,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,955 miles
Since last MOT+5,713 miles
PASS
Mileage49,242 miles
Since last MOT+4,983 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,259 miles
Since last MOT+8,207 miles
PASS
Mileage36,052 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

RegistrationFJ52 BXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FJ52 BXU

What car is FJ52 BXU?

FJ52 BXU is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FJ52 BXU?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 BXU was 125,100 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 BXU passed its MOT?

FJ52 BXU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2017.

Is FJ52 BXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ52 BXU 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 FJ52 BXU?

FJ52 BXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.