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FJ52 RYY

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 143,677 miles on the clock, averaging 10,620 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 RYY

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,677
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
10,620

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,677 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,065
Average per year10,620
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FJ52 RYY 27k56k85k114k144k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,677 miles
Since last MOT+8,065 miles
PASS
Mileage135,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,612 miles
Since last MOT+10,807 miles
PASS
Mileage124,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,805 miles
Since last MOT+11,951 miles
PASS
Mileage112,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,854 miles
Since last MOT+15,071 miles
PASS
Mileage97,783 miles
Since last MOT+16,017 miles
PASS
Mileage81,766 miles
Since last MOT+12,380 miles
PASS
Mileage69,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,386 miles
Since last MOT+11,607 miles
PASS
Mileage57,779 miles
Since last MOT+6,306 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,473 miles
Since last MOT+5,769 miles
PASS
Mileage45,704 miles
Since last MOT+9,521 miles
PASS
Mileage36,183 miles
Since last MOT+9,300 miles
PASS
Mileage26,883 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 RYY
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 RYY

What car is FJ52 RYY?

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

What is the mileage of FJ52 RYY?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 RYY was 143,677 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 RYY passed its MOT?

FJ52 RYY has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2016.

Is FJ52 RYY ULEZ compliant?

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

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