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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 104,536 miles on the clock, averaging 9,343 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 BW52 RVT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,484 |
| Average per year | 9,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | BW52 RVT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 RVT
What car is BW52 RVT?
BW52 RVT is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW52 RVT?
The last recorded mileage for BW52 RVT was 104,536 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW52 RVT passed its MOT?
BW52 RVT has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2013.
Is BW52 RVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 RVT 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 BW52 RVT?
BW52 RVT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.