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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 103,897 miles on the clock, averaging 5,742 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 KN52 CDU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,897 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KN52 CDU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KN52 CDU
What car is KN52 CDU?
KN52 CDU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KN52 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for KN52 CDU was 103,897 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN52 CDU passed its MOT?
KN52 CDU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2015.
Is KN52 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN52 CDU 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 KN52 CDU?
KN52 CDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.