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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 185,932 miles on the clock, averaging 15,091 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 CW52 EZM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,932 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,078 |
| Average per year | 15,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | CW52 EZM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CW — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CW52 EZM
What car is CW52 EZM?
CW52 EZM is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bangor in 2003.
What is the mileage of CW52 EZM?
The last recorded mileage for CW52 EZM was 185,932 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CW52 EZM passed its MOT?
CW52 EZM has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jan 2014.
Is CW52 EZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CW52 EZM 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 CW52 EZM?
CW52 EZM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.