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VO52 UCR

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 108,806 miles on the clock, averaging 14,018 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 VO52 UCR

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,806
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
14,018

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading108,806 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year14,018
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VO52 UCR 44k61k77k93k109k '05'10'09

Check VO52 UCR

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,806 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,801 miles
Since last MOT+22,531 miles
PASS
Mileage86,270 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,268 miles
Since last MOT+11,508 miles
PASS
Mileage74,760 miles
Since last MOT+21,896 miles
PASS
Mileage52,864 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,863 miles
Since last MOT+8,427 miles
PASS
Mileage44,436 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

RegistrationVO52 UCR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VO52 UCR

What car is VO52 UCR?

VO52 UCR is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VO52 UCR?

The last recorded mileage for VO52 UCR was 108,806 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO52 UCR passed its MOT?

VO52 UCR has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2010.

Is VO52 UCR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 UCR 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 VO52 UCR?

VO52 UCR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.