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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 166,508 miles on the clock, averaging 11,057 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 FJ52 GBY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,508 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,549 |
| Average per year | 11,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FJ52 GBY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FJ52 GBY
What car is FJ52 GBY?
FJ52 GBY is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FJ52 GBY?
The last recorded mileage for FJ52 GBY was 166,508 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ52 GBY passed its MOT?
FJ52 GBY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2015.
Is FJ52 GBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ52 GBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FJ52 GBY?
FJ52 GBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.