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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 95,739 miles on the clock, averaging 7,115 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 AM52 BWH
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,739 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,299 |
| Average per year | 7,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AM52 BWH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AM52 BWH
What car is AM52 BWH?
AM52 BWH is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AM52 BWH?
The last recorded mileage for AM52 BWH was 95,739 miles, recorded on 7 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM52 BWH passed its MOT?
AM52 BWH has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 May 2014.
Is AM52 BWH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM52 BWH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AM52 BWH?
AM52 BWH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.