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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 113,474 miles on the clock, averaging 6,671 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 CU52 YHL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,474 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,671 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CU52 YHL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CU52 YHL
What car is CU52 YHL?
CU52 YHL is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CU52 YHL?
The last recorded mileage for CU52 YHL was 113,474 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU52 YHL passed its MOT?
CU52 YHL has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2019.
Is CU52 YHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 YHL 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 CU52 YHL?
CU52 YHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.