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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1600cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 101,235 miles on the clock, averaging 6,231 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 SA52 YDE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,231 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SA52 YDE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SA52 YDE
What car is SA52 YDE?
SA52 YDE is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SA52 YDE?
The last recorded mileage for SA52 YDE was 101,235 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA52 YDE passed its MOT?
SA52 YDE has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2016.
Is SA52 YDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA52 YDE 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 SA52 YDE?
SA52 YDE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.