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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 126,001 miles on the clock, averaging 6,422 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 HF52 DDV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,896 |
| Average per year | 6,422 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | HF52 DDV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HF52 DDV
What car is HF52 DDV?
HF52 DDV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HF52 DDV?
The last recorded mileage for HF52 DDV was 126,001 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF52 DDV passed its MOT?
HF52 DDV has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2022.
Is HF52 DDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF52 DDV 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 HF52 DDV?
HF52 DDV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.