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WF52 YVW

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 232,422 miles on the clock, averaging 17,507 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 WF52 YVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
232,422
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
54%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
17,507

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading232,422 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF52 YVW 26k78k129k181k232k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage232,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage232,422 miles
Since last MOT+5,322 miles
PASS
Mileage227,100 miles
Since last MOT+8,022 miles
PASS
Mileage219,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage219,078 miles
Since last MOT+8,425 miles
PASS
Mileage210,653 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage210,653 miles
Since last MOT+10,074 miles
PASS
Mileage200,579 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage200,537 miles
Since last MOT+2,690 miles
PASS
Mileage197,847 miles
Since last MOT+896 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,951 miles
Since last MOT+8,975 miles
PASS
Mileage187,976 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,945 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,904 miles
Since last MOT+15,304 miles
PASS
Mileage172,600 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,600 miles
Since last MOT+17,945 miles
PASS
Mileage154,655 miles
Since last MOT+222 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,433 miles
Since last MOT+33,287 miles
PASS
Mileage121,146 miles
Since last MOT+1,231 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,915 miles
Since last MOT+31,613 miles
PASS
Mileage88,302 miles
Since last MOT+32,627 miles
PASS
Mileage55,675 miles
Since last MOT+29,649 miles
PASS
Mileage26,026 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,026 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 YVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 YVW

What car is WF52 YVW?

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

What is the mileage of WF52 YVW?

The last recorded mileage for WF52 YVW was 232,422 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF52 YVW passed its MOT?

WF52 YVW has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2017.

Is WF52 YVW ULEZ compliant?

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

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