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OU52 LOH

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 120,967 miles on the clock, averaging 6,300 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 OU52 LOH

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,967
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,300

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 reading120,967 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,299
Average per year6,300
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OU52 LOH 48k67k85k103k121k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,967 miles
Since last MOT+4,299 miles
PASS
Mileage116,668 miles
Since last MOT+4,420 miles
PASS
Mileage112,248 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage106,915 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,902 miles
Since last MOT+5,833 miles
PASS
Mileage101,069 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,414 miles
PASS
Mileage94,646 miles
Since last MOT+7,510 miles
PASS
Mileage87,136 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,101 miles
Since last MOT+6,955 miles
PASS
Mileage80,146 miles
Since last MOT+7,546 miles
PASS
Mileage72,600 miles
Since last MOT+101 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,499 miles
Since last MOT+8,422 miles
PASS
Mileage64,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,077 miles
Since last MOT+7,106 miles
PASS
Mileage56,971 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,872 miles
Since last MOT+8,524 miles
PASS
Mileage48,348 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

RegistrationOU52 LOH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OU52 LOH

What car is OU52 LOH?

OU52 LOH is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OU52 LOH?

The last recorded mileage for OU52 LOH was 120,967 miles, recorded on 3 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU52 LOH passed its MOT?

OU52 LOH has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2018.

Is OU52 LOH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 LOH 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 OU52 LOH?

OU52 LOH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.