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KV52 DLO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 128,568 miles on the clock, averaging 8,960 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for KV52 DLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,568
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,960

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,568 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,648
Average per year8,960
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV52 DLO 29k54k79k104k129k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,648 miles
PASS
Mileage121,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,920 miles
Since last MOT+10,587 miles
PASS
Mileage111,333 miles
Since last MOT+6,127 miles
PASS
Mileage105,206 miles
Since last MOT+183 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,023 miles
Since last MOT+8,754 miles
PASS
Mileage96,269 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,261 miles
Since last MOT+13,718 miles
PASS
Mileage82,543 miles
Since last MOT+10,097 miles
PASS
Mileage72,446 miles
Since last MOT+9,101 miles
PASS
Mileage63,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,345 miles
Since last MOT+23,882 miles
PASS
Mileage40,463 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,462 miles
Since last MOT+6,610 miles
PASS
Mileage33,852 miles
Since last MOT+4,543 miles
PASS
Mileage29,309 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

RegistrationKV52 DLO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KV52 DLO

What car is KV52 DLO?

KV52 DLO is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KV52 DLO?

The last recorded mileage for KV52 DLO was 128,568 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV52 DLO passed its MOT?

KV52 DLO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2017.

Is KV52 DLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV52 DLO 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 KV52 DLO?

KV52 DLO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.