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SH52 WRJ

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 91,923 miles on the clock, averaging 8,648 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 WRJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,923
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,648

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 reading91,923 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,273
Average per year8,648
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH52 WRJ 29k45k61k76k92k '05'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,923 miles
Since last MOT+7,273 miles
PASS
Mileage84,650 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,650 miles
Since last MOT+10,019 miles
PASS
Mileage74,631 miles
Since last MOT+9,495 miles
PASS
Mileage65,136 miles
Since last MOT+8,234 miles
PASS
Mileage56,902 miles
Since last MOT+9,003 miles
PASS
Mileage47,899 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,893 miles
Since last MOT+10,572 miles
PASS
Mileage37,321 miles
Since last MOT+7,981 miles
PASS
Mileage29,340 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 WRJ
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 WRJ

What car is SH52 WRJ?

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

What is the mileage of SH52 WRJ?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 WRJ was 91,923 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 WRJ passed its MOT?

SH52 WRJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2012.

Is SH52 WRJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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