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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 88,802 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 AO52 XHR
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 88,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,776 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | AO52 XHR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AO52 XHR
What car is AO52 XHR?
AO52 XHR is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO52 XHR?
The last recorded mileage for AO52 XHR was 88,802 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO52 XHR passed its MOT?
AO52 XHR has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Nov 2010.
Is AO52 XHR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO52 XHR 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 AO52 XHR?
AO52 XHR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.