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PX52 JPU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 95,396 miles on the clock, averaging 4,608 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 PX52 JPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,396
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,608

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading95,396 miles
Reading date
Miles last year36
Average per year4,608
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX52 JPU 31k47k63k79k95k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,396 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,360 miles
Since last MOT+2,495 miles
PASS
Mileage92,865 miles
Since last MOT+3,544 miles
PASS
Mileage89,321 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,321 miles
Since last MOT+2,418 miles
PASS
Mileage86,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,903 miles
Since last MOT+1,820 miles
PASS
Mileage85,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,612 miles
PASS
Mileage82,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,471 miles
Since last MOT+3,453 miles
PASS
Mileage79,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,186 miles
PASS
Mileage74,832 miles
Since last MOT+2,771 miles
PASS
Mileage72,061 miles
Since last MOT+6,019 miles
PASS
Mileage66,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,042 miles
Since last MOT+5,628 miles
PASS
Mileage60,414 miles
Since last MOT+5,586 miles
PASS
Mileage54,828 miles
Since last MOT+9,523 miles
PASS
Mileage45,305 miles
Since last MOT+4,592 miles
PASS
Mileage40,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,713 miles
Since last MOT+7,721 miles
PASS
Mileage32,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,177 miles
PASS
Mileage30,815 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

RegistrationPX52 JPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PX52 JPU

What car is PX52 JPU?

PX52 JPU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2002.

What is the mileage of PX52 JPU?

The last recorded mileage for PX52 JPU was 95,396 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX52 JPU passed its MOT?

PX52 JPU has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2020.

Is PX52 JPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX52 JPU 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 PX52 JPU?

PX52 JPU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.