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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 117,229 miles on the clock, averaging 6,856 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 KY52 JWX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 6,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | KY52 JWX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Maroon |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KY52 JWX
What car is KY52 JWX?
KY52 JWX is a maroon Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KY52 JWX?
The last recorded mileage for KY52 JWX was 117,229 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY52 JWX passed its MOT?
KY52 JWX has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2018.
Is KY52 JWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY52 JWX 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 KY52 JWX?
KY52 JWX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.