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GX52 RGV

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 93,332 miles on the clock, averaging 5,874 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 GX52 RGV

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,332
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,874

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,332 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year5,874
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GX52 RGV 28k44k61k77k93k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,332 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,323 miles
Since last MOT+6,226 miles
PASS
Mileage87,097 miles
Since last MOT+5,916 miles
PASS
Mileage81,181 miles
Since last MOT+6,846 miles
PASS
Mileage74,335 miles
Since last MOT+7,225 miles
PASS
Mileage67,110 miles
Since last MOT+5,437 miles
PASS
Mileage61,673 miles
Since last MOT+7,115 miles
PASS
Mileage54,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,558 miles
Since last MOT+6,014 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,544 miles
Since last MOT+5,212 miles
PASS
Mileage43,332 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage39,593 miles
Since last MOT+5,233 miles
PASS
Mileage34,360 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage27,928 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 RGV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
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 RGV

What car is GX52 RGV?

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

What is the mileage of GX52 RGV?

The last recorded mileage for GX52 RGV was 93,332 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX52 RGV passed its MOT?

GX52 RGV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2017.

Is GX52 RGV ULEZ compliant?

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

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