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WF52 HWN

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 153,842 miles on the clock, averaging 7,689 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 WF52 HWN

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,842
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
7,689

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading153,842 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,689
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF52 HWN 33k63k93k124k154k '05'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,842 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
PASS
Mileage153,838 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,837 miles
Since last MOT+7,185 miles
PASS
Mileage146,652 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,825 miles
PASS
Mileage137,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,786 miles
Since last MOT+1,962 miles
PASS
Mileage135,824 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,824 miles
Since last MOT+4,040 miles
PASS
Mileage131,784 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,763 miles
Since last MOT+4,615 miles
PASS
Mileage127,148 miles
Since last MOT+8,939 miles
PASS
Mileage118,209 miles
Since last MOT+18,198 miles
PASS
Mileage100,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,982 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,029 miles
Since last MOT+5,815 miles
PASS
Mileage87,214 miles
Since last MOT+12,429 miles
PASS
Mileage74,785 miles
Since last MOT+13,748 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,037 miles
Since last MOT+8,103 miles
PASS
Mileage52,934 miles
Since last MOT+8,340 miles
PASS
Mileage44,594 miles
Since last MOT+10,123 miles
PASS
Mileage34,471 miles
Since last MOT+1,433 miles
PASS
Mileage33,038 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,038 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

RegistrationWF52 HWN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WF52 HWN

What car is WF52 HWN?

WF52 HWN is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WF52 HWN?

The last recorded mileage for WF52 HWN was 153,842 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF52 HWN passed its MOT?

WF52 HWN has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2021.

Is WF52 HWN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF52 HWN 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 WF52 HWN?

WF52 HWN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.