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VU52 EUK

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1995cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1995cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 105,761 miles on the clock, averaging 8,468 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 VU52 EUK

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,761
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,468

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading105,761 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,468
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VU52 EUK 21k43k64k85k106k '05'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,761 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,759 miles
Since last MOT+7,705 miles
PASS
Mileage98,054 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,054 miles
Since last MOT+10,304 miles
PASS
Mileage87,750 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,750 miles
Since last MOT+8,570 miles
PASS
Mileage79,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,180 miles
Since last MOT+10,528 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,652 miles
Since last MOT+9,298 miles
PASS
Mileage59,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,354 miles
Since last MOT+8,873 miles
PASS
Mileage50,481 miles
Since last MOT+7,163 miles
PASS
Mileage43,318 miles
Since last MOT+7,029 miles
PASS
Mileage36,289 miles
Since last MOT+6,766 miles
PASS
Mileage29,523 miles
Since last MOT+8,040 miles
PASS
Mileage21,483 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

RegistrationVU52 EUK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeVU — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VU52 EUK

What car is VU52 EUK?

VU52 EUK is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Worcester in 2002.

What is the mileage of VU52 EUK?

The last recorded mileage for VU52 EUK was 105,761 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VU52 EUK passed its MOT?

VU52 EUK has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2015.

Is VU52 EUK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 EUK 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 VU52 EUK?

VU52 EUK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.