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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 60,513 miles on the clock, averaging 3,964 miles per year, well 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 HJ52 CVW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,513 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,964 |
| 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 | HJ52 CVW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HJ52 CVW
What car is HJ52 CVW?
HJ52 CVW is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HJ52 CVW?
The last recorded mileage for HJ52 CVW was 60,513 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ52 CVW passed its MOT?
HJ52 CVW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2018.
Is HJ52 CVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ52 CVW 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 HJ52 CVW?
HJ52 CVW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.