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PX52 JSU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 123,042 miles on the clock, averaging 6,921 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 PX52 JSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,042
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,921

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,042 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,660
Average per year6,921
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX52 JSU 69k82k96k109k123k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage123,042 miles
Since last MOT+13,660 miles
PASS
Mileage109,382 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,382 miles
Since last MOT+24,790 miles
PASS
Mileage84,592 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,590 miles
Since last MOT+4,875 miles
PASS
Mileage79,715 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,715 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage75,836 miles
Since last MOT+7,100 miles
PASS
Mileage68,736 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
PASS
Mileage68,530 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 JSU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PX52 JSU

What car is PX52 JSU?

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

What is the mileage of PX52 JSU?

The last recorded mileage for PX52 JSU was 123,042 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX52 JSU passed its MOT?

PX52 JSU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 9 Aug 2014.

Is PX52 JSU ULEZ compliant?

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

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