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SF52 OBX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 117,214 miles on the clock, averaging 11,177 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 OBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,214
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,177

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading117,214 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,577
Average per year11,177
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SF52 OBX 18k43k67k92k117k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,214 miles
Since last MOT+21,577 miles
PASS
Mileage95,637 miles
Since last MOT+11,980 miles
PASS
Mileage83,657 miles
Since last MOT+8,422 miles
PASS
Mileage75,235 miles
Since last MOT+4,950 miles
PASS
Mileage70,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,285 miles
Since last MOT+9,180 miles
PASS
Mileage61,105 miles
Since last MOT+13,828 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,277 miles
Since last MOT+11,636 miles
PASS
Mileage35,641 miles
Since last MOT+9,649 miles
PASS
Mileage25,992 miles
Since last MOT+8,378 miles
PASS
Mileage17,614 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 OBX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SF52 OBX

What car is SF52 OBX?

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

What is the mileage of SF52 OBX?

The last recorded mileage for SF52 OBX was 117,214 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF52 OBX passed its MOT?

SF52 OBX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2014.

Is SF52 OBX ULEZ compliant?

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

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