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FJ52 FAU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
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 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 127,758 miles on the clock, averaging 7,526 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 FAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,758
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,526

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,758 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,704
Average per year7,526
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 FAU 55k73k91k109k128k '07'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage127,758 miles
Since last MOT+7,704 miles
PASS
Mileage120,054 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,040 miles
Since last MOT+10,557 miles
PASS
Mileage109,483 miles
Since last MOT+2,043 miles
PASS
Mileage107,440 miles
Since last MOT+6,634 miles
PASS
Mileage100,806 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,792 miles
Since last MOT+4,546 miles
PASS
Mileage96,246 miles
Since last MOT+4,111 miles
PASS
Mileage92,135 miles
Since last MOT+5,778 miles
PASS
Mileage86,357 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,346 miles
Since last MOT+9,058 miles
PASS
Mileage77,288 miles
Since last MOT+9,464 miles
PASS
Mileage67,824 miles
Since last MOT+13,302 miles
PASS
Mileage54,522 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,513 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 FAU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FJ52 FAU

What car is FJ52 FAU?

FJ52 FAU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FJ52 FAU?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 FAU was 127,758 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 FAU passed its MOT?

FJ52 FAU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jan 2017.

Is FJ52 FAU ULEZ compliant?

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

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