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SF52 LJV

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 119,830 miles on the clock, averaging 9,088 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 SF52 LJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,088

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading119,830 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,088
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SF52 LJV 17k43k69k94k120k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,830 miles
Since last MOT+12,519 miles
PASS
Mileage107,311 miles
Since last MOT+402 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,909 miles
Since last MOT+16,890 miles
PASS
Mileage90,019 miles
Since last MOT+8,785 miles
PASS
Mileage81,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,234 miles
Since last MOT+10,431 miles
PASS
Mileage70,803 miles
Since last MOT+11,097 miles
PASS
Mileage59,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,074 miles
PASS
Mileage56,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,632 miles
Since last MOT+6,154 miles
PASS
Mileage50,478 miles
Since last MOT+7,388 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,090 miles
Since last MOT+7,376 miles
PASS
Mileage35,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,714 miles
Since last MOT+8,206 miles
PASS
Mileage27,508 miles
Since last MOT+9,830 miles
PASS
Mileage17,678 miles
Since last MOT+191 miles
PASS
Mileage17,487 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

RegistrationSF52 LJV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SF52 LJV

What car is SF52 LJV?

SF52 LJV is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SF52 LJV?

The last recorded mileage for SF52 LJV was 119,830 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF52 LJV passed its MOT?

SF52 LJV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2017.

Is SF52 LJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF52 LJV 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 SF52 LJV?

SF52 LJV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.