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FJ52 FKE

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 110,424 miles on the clock, averaging 4,291 miles per year, well 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 FJ52 FKE

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,424
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,291

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading110,424 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,682
Average per year4,291
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 FKE 29k49k70k90k110k '05'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,424 miles
Since last MOT+6,682 miles
PASS
Mileage103,742 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,709 miles
Since last MOT+3,475 miles
PASS
Mileage100,234 miles
Since last MOT+1,885 miles
PASS
Mileage98,349 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,324 miles
Since last MOT+3,237 miles
PASS
Mileage95,087 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,071 miles
Since last MOT+2,929 miles
PASS
Mileage92,142 miles
Since last MOT+3,864 miles
PASS
Mileage88,278 miles
Since last MOT+2,570 miles
PASS
Mileage85,708 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,002 miles
PASS
Mileage78,706 miles
Since last MOT+5,315 miles
PASS
Mileage73,391 miles
Since last MOT+12,081 miles
PASS
Mileage61,310 miles
Since last MOT+1,114 miles
PASS
Mileage60,196 miles
Since last MOT+2,316 miles
PASS
Mileage57,880 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,878 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage55,772 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,767 miles
Since last MOT+7,668 miles
PASS
Mileage48,099 miles
Since last MOT+5,969 miles
PASS
Mileage42,130 miles
Since last MOT+13,027 miles
PASS
Mileage29,103 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 FKE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
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 FKE

What car is FJ52 FKE?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 FKE?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 FKE was 110,424 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 FKE passed its MOT?

FJ52 FKE has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2024.

Is FJ52 FKE ULEZ compliant?

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

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