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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 64,134 miles on the clock, averaging 4,711 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 LW52 EJN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,408 |
| Average per year | 4,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LW52 EJN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LW52 EJN
What car is LW52 EJN?
LW52 EJN is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2002.
What is the mileage of LW52 EJN?
The last recorded mileage for LW52 EJN was 64,134 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW52 EJN passed its MOT?
LW52 EJN has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2014.
Is LW52 EJN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW52 EJN 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 LW52 EJN?
LW52 EJN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.