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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for KE52 BUV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,773 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,096 |
| Average per year | 5,319 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KE52 BUV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KE52 BUV
What car is KE52 BUV?
KE52 BUV is a gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
Has KE52 BUV passed its MOT?
KE52 BUV has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2016.
Is KE52 BUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE52 BUV 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 KE52 BUV?
KE52 BUV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.