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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 136,356 miles on the clock, averaging 5,498 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 CA52 CUH
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,174 |
| Average per year | 5,498 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | CA52 CUH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CA52 CUH
What car is CA52 CUH?
CA52 CUH is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CA52 CUH?
The last recorded mileage for CA52 CUH was 136,356 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA52 CUH passed its MOT?
CA52 CUH has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 13 Nov 2020.
Is CA52 CUH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA52 CUH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CA52 CUH?
CA52 CUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.