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PE52 EUX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 139,969 miles on the clock, averaging 13,311 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for PE52 EUX

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,969
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
13,311

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,969 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,743
Average per year13,311
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE52 EUX 35k61k87k114k140k '05'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,969 miles
Since last MOT+7,743 miles
PASS
Mileage132,226 miles
Since last MOT+60 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,166 miles
Since last MOT+14,099 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,067 miles
Since last MOT+15,591 miles
PASS
Mileage102,476 miles
Since last MOT+14,793 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,683 miles
Since last MOT+13,903 miles
PASS
Mileage73,780 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,770 miles
Since last MOT+16,833 miles
PASS
Mileage56,937 miles
Since last MOT+7,548 miles
PASS
Mileage49,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,389 miles
Since last MOT+14,809 miles
PASS
Mileage34,580 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

RegistrationPE52 EUX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PE52 EUX

What car is PE52 EUX?

PE52 EUX is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.

What is the mileage of PE52 EUX?

The last recorded mileage for PE52 EUX was 139,969 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE52 EUX passed its MOT?

PE52 EUX has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2013.

Is PE52 EUX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE52 EUX 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 PE52 EUX?

PE52 EUX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.