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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 145,517 miles on the clock, averaging 9,570 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 SY52 RCZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,517 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,570 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SY52 RCZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SY52 RCZ
What car is SY52 RCZ?
SY52 RCZ is an yellow Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SY52 RCZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY52 RCZ was 145,517 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY52 RCZ passed its MOT?
SY52 RCZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2016.
Is SY52 RCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 RCZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY52 RCZ?
SY52 RCZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.