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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 120,614 miles on the clock, averaging 8,960 miles per year, around 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 LUD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,614 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | OU52 LUD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About OU52 LUD
What car is OU52 LUD?
OU52 LUD is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OU52 LUD?
The last recorded mileage for OU52 LUD was 120,614 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU52 LUD passed its MOT?
OU52 LUD has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2015.
Is OU52 LUD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 LUD 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 OU52 LUD?
OU52 LUD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.