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SL52 OZV

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

White Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 133,465 miles on the clock, averaging 9,496 miles per year, above 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 OZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,465
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,496

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading133,465 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,496
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL52 OZV 37k61k85k109k133k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,465 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,464 miles
Since last MOT+8,428 miles
PASS
Mileage125,036 miles
Since last MOT+8,975 miles
PASS
Mileage116,061 miles
Since last MOT+6,984 miles
PASS
Mileage109,077 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,076 miles
Since last MOT+8,814 miles
PASS
Mileage100,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,262 miles
Since last MOT+8,136 miles
PASS
Mileage92,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,126 miles
Since last MOT+8,868 miles
PASS
Mileage83,258 miles
Since last MOT+11,861 miles
PASS
Mileage71,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,397 miles
Since last MOT+17,798 miles
PASS
Mileage53,599 miles
Since last MOT+9,012 miles
PASS
Mileage44,587 miles
Since last MOT+7,319 miles
PASS
Mileage37,268 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 OZV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SL52 OZV

What car is SL52 OZV?

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

What is the mileage of SL52 OZV?

The last recorded mileage for SL52 OZV was 133,465 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL52 OZV passed its MOT?

SL52 OZV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2016.

Is SL52 OZV ULEZ compliant?

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

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