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SL52 OWK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 123,444 miles on the clock, averaging 7,647 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 SL52 OWK

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,444
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,647

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,444 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,277
Average per year7,647
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL52 OWK 38k59k81k102k123k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,444 miles
Since last MOT+7,277 miles
PASS
Mileage116,167 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,167 miles
Since last MOT+16,930 miles
PASS
Mileage99,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,237 miles
Since last MOT+15,937 miles
PASS
Mileage83,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,300 miles
Since last MOT+6,504 miles
PASS
Mileage76,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,796 miles
Since last MOT+2,440 miles
PASS
Mileage74,356 miles
Since last MOT+3,174 miles
PASS
Mileage71,182 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,182 miles
Since last MOT+5,291 miles
PASS
Mileage65,891 miles
Since last MOT+999 miles
PASS
Mileage64,892 miles
Since last MOT+7,866 miles
PASS
Mileage57,026 miles
Since last MOT+8,774 miles
PASS
Mileage48,252 miles
Since last MOT+10,265 miles
PASS
Mileage37,987 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

RegistrationSL52 OWK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SL52 OWK

What car is SL52 OWK?

SL52 OWK is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.

What is the mileage of SL52 OWK?

The last recorded mileage for SL52 OWK was 123,444 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL52 OWK passed its MOT?

SL52 OWK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2017.

Is SL52 OWK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL52 OWK 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 SL52 OWK?

SL52 OWK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.