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SH52 MXT

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 109,689 miles on the clock, averaging 6,215 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 MXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,689
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,215

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 reading109,689 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,215
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH52 MXT 46k62k78k94k110k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,689 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,689 miles
Since last MOT+3,866 miles
PASS
Mileage105,823 miles
Since last MOT+5,966 miles
PASS
Mileage99,857 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,856 miles
Since last MOT+4,659 miles
PASS
Mileage95,197 miles
Since last MOT+3,453 miles
PASS
Mileage91,744 miles
Since last MOT+3,962 miles
PASS
Mileage87,782 miles
Since last MOT+5,376 miles
PASS
Mileage82,406 miles
Since last MOT+10,413 miles
PASS
Mileage71,993 miles
Since last MOT+9,125 miles
PASS
Mileage62,868 miles
Since last MOT+8,997 miles
PASS
Mileage53,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,871 miles
Since last MOT+7,655 miles
PASS
Mileage46,216 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 MXT
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 MXT

What car is SH52 MXT?

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

What is the mileage of SH52 MXT?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 MXT was 109,689 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 MXT passed its MOT?

SH52 MXT has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2016.

Is SH52 MXT ULEZ compliant?

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

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