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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 208,430 miles on the clock, averaging 12,044 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for BG52 GKE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,430 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | BG52 GKE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BG52 GKE
What car is BG52 GKE?
BG52 GKE is a blue Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG52 GKE?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 GKE was 208,430 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 GKE passed its MOT?
BG52 GKE has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2014.
How old is BG52 GKE?
BG52 GKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.