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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 214,211 miles on the clock, averaging 14,878 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 LJ52 WPD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 214,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,290 |
| Average per year | 14,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LJ52 WPD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LJ52 WPD
What car is LJ52 WPD?
LJ52 WPD is an yellow Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LJ52 WPD?
The last recorded mileage for LJ52 WPD was 214,211 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ52 WPD passed its MOT?
LJ52 WPD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2018.
Is LJ52 WPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 WPD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LJ52 WPD?
LJ52 WPD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.