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WJ52 DNX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 114,076 miles on the clock, averaging 6,878 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WJ52 DNX

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,076
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,878

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,076 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year6,878
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WJ52 DNX 23k46k69k91k114k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,076 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,064 miles
Since last MOT+6,310 miles
PASS
Mileage107,754 miles
Since last MOT+5,795 miles
PASS
Mileage101,959 miles
Since last MOT+6,847 miles
PASS
Mileage95,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,546 miles
PASS
Mileage88,566 miles
Since last MOT+6,744 miles
PASS
Mileage81,822 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,808 miles
Since last MOT+7,524 miles
PASS
Mileage74,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,284 miles
Since last MOT+5,659 miles
PASS
Mileage68,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,625 miles
Since last MOT+6,417 miles
PASS
Mileage62,208 miles
Since last MOT+6,180 miles
PASS
Mileage56,028 miles
Since last MOT+6,438 miles
PASS
Mileage49,590 miles
Since last MOT+8,356 miles
PASS
Mileage41,234 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage31,916 miles
Since last MOT+8,850 miles
PASS
Mileage23,066 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

RegistrationWJ52 DNX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WJ52 DNX

What car is WJ52 DNX?

WJ52 DNX is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WJ52 DNX?

The last recorded mileage for WJ52 DNX was 114,076 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ52 DNX passed its MOT?

WJ52 DNX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2018.

Is WJ52 DNX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ52 DNX 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 WJ52 DNX?

WJ52 DNX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.