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NJ52 NWR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 93,685 miles on the clock, averaging 6,131 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 NJ52 NWR

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,685
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
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
6,131

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 reading93,685 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,776
Average per year6,131
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ52 NWR 37k51k65k79k94k '05'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage93,685 miles
Since last MOT+4,776 miles
PASS
Mileage88,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,909 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage81,800 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,799 miles
Since last MOT+2,016 miles
PASS
Mileage79,783 miles
Since last MOT+4,591 miles
PASS
Mileage75,192 miles
Since last MOT+8,731 miles
PASS
Mileage66,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,461 miles
Since last MOT+11,702 miles
PASS
Mileage54,759 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,759 miles
Since last MOT+6,136 miles
PASS
Mileage48,623 miles
Since last MOT+4,469 miles
PASS
Mileage44,154 miles
Since last MOT+7,571 miles
PASS
Mileage36,583 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

RegistrationNJ52 NWR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About NJ52 NWR

What car is NJ52 NWR?

NJ52 NWR is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ52 NWR?

The last recorded mileage for NJ52 NWR was 93,685 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ52 NWR passed its MOT?

NJ52 NWR has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2015.

Is NJ52 NWR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 NWR 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 NJ52 NWR?

NJ52 NWR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.