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LG52 RFY

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Yellow Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourYellow
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 179,442 miles on the clock, averaging 13,364 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 LG52 RFY

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,442
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,364

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading179,442 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,272
Average per year13,364
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG52 RFY 86k110k133k156k179k '05'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,442 miles
Since last MOT+7,272 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,170 miles
Since last MOT+13,161 miles
PASS
Mileage159,009 miles
Since last MOT+16,091 miles
PASS
Mileage142,918 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,918 miles
Since last MOT+6,748 miles
PASS
Mileage136,170 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,170 miles
Since last MOT+10,779 miles
PASS
Mileage125,391 miles
PASS
Mileage191,504 miles
Since last MOT+105,141 miles
PASS
Mileage86,363 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

RegistrationLG52 RFY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LG52 RFY

What car is LG52 RFY?

LG52 RFY is an yellow Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LG52 RFY?

The last recorded mileage for LG52 RFY was 179,442 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG52 RFY passed its MOT?

LG52 RFY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2012.

Is LG52 RFY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG52 RFY 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 LG52 RFY?

LG52 RFY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.