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SH52 MLL

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 61,643 miles on the clock, averaging 6,877 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 SH52 MLL

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,643
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2005
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,877

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading61,643 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,429
Average per year6,877
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH52 MLL 34k41k48k55k62k '05'09'07

Check SH52 MLL

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,429 miles
PASS
Mileage57,214 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,214 miles
Since last MOT+7,831 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,383 miles
Since last MOT+8,099 miles
PASS
Mileage41,284 miles
Since last MOT+96 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,188 miles
Since last MOT+7,056 miles
PASS
Mileage34,132 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 MLL
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 MLL

What car is SH52 MLL?

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

What is the mileage of SH52 MLL?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 MLL was 61,643 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 MLL passed its MOT?

SH52 MLL has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2009.

Is SH52 MLL ULEZ compliant?

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

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