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KM52 GWL

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 139,072 miles on the clock, averaging 10,367 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for KM52 GWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,072
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,367

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,072 miles
Reading date
Miles last year92,527
Average per year10,367
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KM52 GWL 36k62k87k113k139k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,072 miles
Since last MOT+92,527 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,545 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,064 miles
Since last MOT+12,084 miles
PASS
Mileage126,980 miles
Since last MOT+6,247 miles
PASS
Mileage120,733 miles
Since last MOT+9,033 miles
PASS
Mileage111,700 miles
Since last MOT+9,569 miles
PASS
Mileage102,131 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,131 miles
Since last MOT+9,981 miles
PASS
Mileage92,150 miles
Since last MOT+3,787 miles
PASS
Mileage88,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,363 miles
Since last MOT+15,617 miles
PASS
Mileage72,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,746 miles
Since last MOT+167 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,579 miles
Since last MOT+21,689 miles
PASS
Mileage50,890 miles
Since last MOT+741 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,149 miles
Since last MOT+14,222 miles
PASS
Mileage35,927 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

RegistrationKM52 GWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 GWL

What car is KM52 GWL?

KM52 GWL is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KM52 GWL?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 GWL was 139,072 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 GWL passed its MOT?

KM52 GWL has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2016.

Is KM52 GWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 GWL 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 KM52 GWL?

KM52 GWL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.