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FJ52 GKA

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 7 (76% pass rate). It has 108,167 miles on the clock, averaging 3,615 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 GKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,167
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
22 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
3,615

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading108,167 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,357
Average per year3,615
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 GKA 34k53k71k90k108k '05'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage108,167 miles
Since last MOT+10,357 miles
PASS
Mileage97,810 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,809 miles
Since last MOT+11,775 miles
PASS
Mileage86,034 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,031 miles
Since last MOT+8,568 miles
PASS
Mileage77,463 miles
Since last MOT+348 miles
PASS
Mileage77,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,115 miles
Since last MOT+1,060 miles
PASS
Mileage76,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,055 miles
Since last MOT+1,131 miles
PASS
Mileage74,924 miles
Since last MOT+1,099 miles
PASS
Mileage73,825 miles
Since last MOT+1,086 miles
PASS
Mileage72,739 miles
Since last MOT+1,395 miles
PASS
Mileage71,344 miles
Since last MOT+1,648 miles
PASS
Mileage69,696 miles
Since last MOT+1,635 miles
PASS
Mileage68,061 miles
Since last MOT+1,712 miles
PASS
Mileage66,349 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,349 miles
Since last MOT+1,686 miles
PASS
Mileage64,663 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage62,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage60,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,944 miles
Since last MOT+1,493 miles
PASS
Mileage59,451 miles
Since last MOT+1,581 miles
PASS
Mileage57,870 miles
Since last MOT+1,947 miles
PASS
Mileage55,923 miles
Since last MOT+4,270 miles
PASS
Mileage51,653 miles
PASS
Mileage81,397 miles
Since last MOT+37,828 miles
PASS
Mileage43,569 miles
Since last MOT+9,418 miles
PASS
Mileage34,151 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 GKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 GKA

What car is FJ52 GKA?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 GKA?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 GKA was 108,167 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 GKA passed its MOT?

FJ52 GKA has had 29 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (22 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 5 Mar 2026.

Is FJ52 GKA ULEZ compliant?

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

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