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SH52 WCA

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 112,038 miles on the clock, averaging 6,404 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 WCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,038
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
56%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,404

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading112,038 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,404
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH52 WCA 28k49k70k91k112k '05'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,038 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,038 miles
Since last MOT+2,469 miles
PASS
Mileage109,569 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,568 miles
Since last MOT+2,970 miles
PASS
Mileage106,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,598 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage102,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,925 miles
Since last MOT+7,514 miles
PASS
Mileage95,411 miles
Since last MOT+11,943 miles
PASS
Mileage83,468 miles
Since last MOT+76 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,392 miles
Since last MOT+10,628 miles
PASS
Mileage72,764 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,763 miles
Since last MOT+590 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,173 miles
Since last MOT+12,428 miles
PASS
Mileage59,745 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,745 miles
Since last MOT+592 miles
PASS
Mileage59,153 miles
Since last MOT+5,215 miles
PASS
Mileage53,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,938 miles
Since last MOT+9,806 miles
PASS
Mileage44,132 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,126 miles
Since last MOT+12,140 miles
PASS
Mileage31,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,986 miles
Since last MOT+1,940 miles
PASS
Mileage30,046 miles
Since last MOT+2,049 miles
PASS
Mileage27,997 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 WCA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SH52 WCA

What car is SH52 WCA?

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

What is the mileage of SH52 WCA?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 WCA was 112,038 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 WCA passed its MOT?

SH52 WCA has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2019.

Is SH52 WCA ULEZ compliant?

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

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