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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 182,250 miles on the clock, averaging 9,905 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 RE52 BWC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,250 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,905 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RE52 BWC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About RE52 BWC
What car is RE52 BWC?
RE52 BWC is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RE52 BWC?
The last recorded mileage for RE52 BWC was 182,250 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE52 BWC passed its MOT?
RE52 BWC has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2014.
Is RE52 BWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE52 BWC 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 RE52 BWC?
RE52 BWC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.