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WP52 YUW

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WP52 YUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,418

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading89,752 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,053
Average per year7,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP52 YUW 40k53k65k77k90k '06'12'08

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
PASS
PASS
PASS
Mileage89,752 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage88,699 miles
Since last MOT+621 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,078 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage68,725 miles
Since last MOT+9,710 miles
PASS
Mileage59,015 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,015 miles
Since last MOT+18,813 miles
PASS
Mileage40,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,202 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

RegistrationWP52 YUW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WP52 YUW

What car is WP52 YUW?

WP52 YUW is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

Has WP52 YUW passed its MOT?

WP52 YUW has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2015.

Is WP52 YUW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP52 YUW 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 WP52 YUW?

WP52 YUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.