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GX52 GJU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 120,389 miles on the clock, averaging 8,683 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 GX52 GJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,683

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 reading120,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,467
Average per year8,683
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GX52 GJU 32k54k76k98k120k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,389 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage105,922 miles
Since last MOT+7,517 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,405 miles
Since last MOT+8,203 miles
PASS
Mileage90,202 miles
Since last MOT+11,550 miles
PASS
Mileage78,652 miles
Since last MOT+11,471 miles
PASS
Mileage67,181 miles
Since last MOT+8,563 miles
PASS
Mileage58,618 miles
Since last MOT+18,032 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,586 miles
Since last MOT+8,547 miles
PASS
Mileage32,039 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

RegistrationGX52 GJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGX — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GX52 GJU

What car is GX52 GJU?

GX52 GJU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GX52 GJU?

The last recorded mileage for GX52 GJU was 120,389 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX52 GJU passed its MOT?

GX52 GJU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2016.

Is GX52 GJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 GJU 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 GX52 GJU?

GX52 GJU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.