The road tax status for SM52 YDA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM52 YDA?

The MOT for SM52 YDA is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 October 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of SM52 YDA?

The recorded mileage for SM52 YDA is 204,868 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM52 YDA ULEZ compliant?

No, SM52 YDA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SM52 YDA

SM52 YDA

2002 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30/11/2002. Recorded mileage 204,868 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2002 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 10/10/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 204,868 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 10/10/2023

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Mileage: 204,868 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2002
Engine: 1389cc

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SM52 YDA Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 26/09/2023
204,868 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
11 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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SM52 YDA Mileage History

08/10/2021185,160 mi
19/09/2022195,906 mi+10,746 mi
30/09/2022196,005 mi+99 mi
26/09/2023204,868 mi+8,863 mi

Average of roughly 10,025 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SM52 YDA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 16:04

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Vauxhall Astra (SM52 YDA) between October 2021 and September 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 26 September 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer cracket (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired subframe rear body mounting (5.3.6”.

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