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SH52 DHO

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 131,889 miles on the clock, averaging 8,332 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 SH52 DHO

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,889
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,332

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading131,889 miles
Reading date
Miles last year275
Average per year8,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH52 DHO 32k57k82k107k132k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage131,889 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
PASS
Mileage131,614 miles
Since last MOT+8,259 miles
PASS
Mileage123,355 miles
Since last MOT+7,745 miles
PASS
Mileage115,610 miles
Since last MOT+10,391 miles
PASS
Mileage105,219 miles
Since last MOT+12,864 miles
PASS
Mileage92,355 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,335 miles
Since last MOT+12,461 miles
PASS
Mileage79,874 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,873 miles
Since last MOT+12,939 miles
PASS
Mileage66,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,793 miles
PASS
Mileage58,141 miles
Since last MOT+7,307 miles
PASS
Mileage50,834 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage45,501 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,467 miles
Since last MOT+6,993 miles
PASS
Mileage38,474 miles
Since last MOT+6,186 miles
PASS
Mileage32,288 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

RegistrationSH52 DHO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SH52 DHO

What car is SH52 DHO?

SH52 DHO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SH52 DHO?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 DHO was 131,889 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 DHO passed its MOT?

SH52 DHO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 28 Sep 2017.

Is SH52 DHO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 DHO 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 SH52 DHO?

SH52 DHO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.