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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 128,175 miles on the clock, averaging 8,645 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 VO52 UFC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | VO52 UFC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VO — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VO52 UFC
What car is VO52 UFC?
VO52 UFC is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.
What is the mileage of VO52 UFC?
The last recorded mileage for VO52 UFC was 128,175 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VO52 UFC passed its MOT?
VO52 UFC has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2013.
Is VO52 UFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO52 UFC 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 UFC?
VO52 UFC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.