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BT52 RMX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 109,217 miles on the clock, averaging 5,446 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 BT52 RMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,217
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
5,446

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,217 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,446
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BT52 RMX 20k42k64k87k109k '06'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,217 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,216 miles
Since last MOT+1,580 miles
PASS
Mileage107,636 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,634 miles
Since last MOT+1,690 miles
PASS
Mileage105,944 miles
Since last MOT+2,279 miles
PASS
Mileage103,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,665 miles
Since last MOT+2,839 miles
PASS
Mileage100,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,826 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage98,002 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,000 miles
Since last MOT+5,116 miles
PASS
Mileage92,884 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,877 miles
Since last MOT+9,249 miles
PASS
Mileage83,628 miles
Since last MOT+14,795 miles
PASS
Mileage68,833 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,831 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage61,511 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,508 miles
Since last MOT+7,405 miles
PASS
Mileage54,103 miles
Since last MOT+7,448 miles
PASS
Mileage46,655 miles
Since last MOT+7,693 miles
PASS
Mileage38,962 miles
Since last MOT+4,244 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,718 miles
Since last MOT+8,096 miles
PASS
Mileage26,622 miles
Since last MOT+6,986 miles
PASS
Mileage19,636 miles

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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

RegistrationBT52 RMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBT — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About BT52 RMX

What car is BT52 RMX?

BT52 RMX is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BT52 RMX?

The last recorded mileage for BT52 RMX was 109,217 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BT52 RMX passed its MOT?

BT52 RMX has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2022.

Is BT52 RMX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT52 RMX 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 BT52 RMX?

BT52 RMX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.