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GU52 DNE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 110,406 miles on the clock, averaging 8,614 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 GU52 DNE

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,406
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
8,614

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,406 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,923
Average per year8,614
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU52 DNE 20k42k65k88k110k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,406 miles
Since last MOT+4,923 miles
PASS
Mileage105,483 miles
Since last MOT+6,553 miles
PASS
Mileage98,930 miles
Since last MOT+9,456 miles
PASS
Mileage89,474 miles
Since last MOT+13,408 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,066 miles
Since last MOT+1,030 miles
PASS
Mileage75,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,036 miles
Since last MOT+4,989 miles
PASS
Mileage70,047 miles
Since last MOT+5,089 miles
PASS
Mileage64,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,958 miles
Since last MOT+10,151 miles
PASS
Mileage54,807 miles
Since last MOT+11,933 miles
PASS
Mileage42,874 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,867 miles
Since last MOT+12,690 miles
PASS
Mileage30,177 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,177 miles
Since last MOT+10,380 miles
PASS
Mileage19,797 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

RegistrationGU52 DNE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GU52 DNE

What car is GU52 DNE?

GU52 DNE is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GU52 DNE?

The last recorded mileage for GU52 DNE was 110,406 miles, recorded on 24 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU52 DNE passed its MOT?

GU52 DNE has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2017.

Is GU52 DNE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 DNE 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 GU52 DNE?

GU52 DNE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.