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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 87,468 miles on the clock, averaging 6,053 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 SB52 UEL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,053 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SB52 UEL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SB52 UEL
What car is SB52 UEL?
SB52 UEL is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.
What is the mileage of SB52 UEL?
The last recorded mileage for SB52 UEL was 87,468 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB52 UEL passed its MOT?
SB52 UEL has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2016.
Is SB52 UEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB52 UEL 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 SB52 UEL?
SB52 UEL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.