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LJ52 EBO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 65,772 miles on the clock, averaging 1,614 miles per year, well 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 LJ52 EBO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
65,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
1,614

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading65,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,726
Average per year1,614
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 EBO 34k42k50k58k66k '06'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,772 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage64,046 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,045 miles
Since last MOT+1,296 miles
PASS
Mileage62,749 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,746 miles
Since last MOT+1,779 miles
PASS
Mileage60,967 miles
Since last MOT+1,231 miles
PASS
Mileage59,736 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage58,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,147 miles
Since last MOT+2,914 miles
PASS
Mileage55,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,233 miles
Since last MOT+1,684 miles
PASS
Mileage53,549 miles
Since last MOT+3,383 miles
PASS
Mileage50,166 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,150 miles
Since last MOT+6,439 miles
PASS
Mileage43,711 miles
Since last MOT+4,260 miles
PASS
Mileage39,451 miles
Since last MOT+1,348 miles
PASS
Mileage38,103 miles
Since last MOT+713 miles
PASS
Mileage37,390 miles
Since last MOT+539 miles
PASS
Mileage36,851 miles
Since last MOT+888 miles
PASS
Mileage35,963 miles
Since last MOT+1,156 miles
PASS
Mileage34,807 miles
Since last MOT+557 miles
PASS
Mileage34,250 miles
Since last MOT+232 miles
PASS
Mileage34,018 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
PASS
Mileage33,831 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
PASS
Mileage33,776 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
PASS
Mileage33,672 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

RegistrationLJ52 EBO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 EBO

What car is LJ52 EBO?

LJ52 EBO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 EBO?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 EBO was 65,772 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 EBO passed its MOT?

LJ52 EBO has had 26 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (21 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.

Is LJ52 EBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 EBO 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 LJ52 EBO?

LJ52 EBO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.