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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 125,700 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for YY52 BKZ
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 125,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,031 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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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
| Registration | YY52 BKZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YY52 BKZ
What car is YY52 BKZ?
YY52 BKZ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Beverley in 2002.
What is the mileage of YY52 BKZ?
The last recorded mileage for YY52 BKZ was 125,700 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY52 BKZ passed its MOT?
YY52 BKZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jun 2014.
Is YY52 BKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY52 BKZ 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 YY52 BKZ?
YY52 BKZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.