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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 103,651 miles on the clock, averaging 5,321 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 SK52 ORF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,651 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,757 |
| Average per year | 5,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SK52 ORF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SK52 ORF
What car is SK52 ORF?
SK52 ORF is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SK52 ORF?
The last recorded mileage for SK52 ORF was 103,651 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK52 ORF passed its MOT?
SK52 ORF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2017.
Is SK52 ORF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK52 ORF 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 SK52 ORF?
SK52 ORF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.