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SF52 SJU

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 128,632 miles on the clock, averaging 7,908 miles per year, around 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 SJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,632
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,908

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,632 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,908
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SF52 SJU 56k74k92k110k129k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,632 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,629 miles
Since last MOT+9,715 miles
PASS
Mileage118,914 miles
Since last MOT+695 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,219 miles
Since last MOT+7,533 miles
PASS
Mileage110,686 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,684 miles
Since last MOT+2,703 miles
PASS
Mileage107,981 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,973 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
PASS
Mileage107,970 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,492 miles
Since last MOT+37,242 miles
PASS
Mileage95,250 miles
Since last MOT+404 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,846 miles
Since last MOT+18,820 miles
PASS
Mileage76,026 miles
Since last MOT+350 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,676 miles
Since last MOT+9,167 miles
PASS
Mileage66,509 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage64,064 miles
Since last MOT+8,487 miles
PASS
Mileage55,577 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,577 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 SJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SF52 SJU

What car is SF52 SJU?

SF52 SJU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SF52 SJU?

The last recorded mileage for SF52 SJU was 128,632 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF52 SJU passed its MOT?

SF52 SJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2016.

Is SF52 SJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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