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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 78,395 miles on the clock, averaging 5,807 miles per year, 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 GV52 XHC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,617 |
| Average per year | 5,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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 | GV52 XHC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 XHC
What car is GV52 XHC?
GV52 XHC is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV52 XHC?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 XHC was 78,395 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 XHC passed its MOT?
GV52 XHC has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 21 Apr 2016.
Is GV52 XHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 XHC 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 GV52 XHC?
GV52 XHC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.