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LJ52 WTR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 104,541 miles on the clock, averaging 5,412 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 LJ52 WTR

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,541
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,412

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

Below average
Latest reading104,541 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,718
Average per year5,412
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 WTR 49k63k77k91k105k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,541 miles
Since last MOT+4,718 miles
PASS
Mileage99,823 miles
Since last MOT+1,923 miles
PASS
Mileage97,900 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
PASS
Mileage94,138 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,138 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,126 miles
Since last MOT+2,848 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,278 miles
Since last MOT+4,926 miles
PASS
Mileage86,352 miles
Since last MOT+7,816 miles
PASS
Mileage78,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,254 miles
PASS
Mileage73,282 miles
Since last MOT+12,247 miles
PASS
Mileage61,035 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,997 miles
Since last MOT+12,035 miles
PASS
Mileage48,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,962 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 WTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 WTR

What car is LJ52 WTR?

LJ52 WTR is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 WTR?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 WTR was 104,541 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 WTR passed its MOT?

LJ52 WTR has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.

Is LJ52 WTR ULEZ compliant?

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

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