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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 80,721 miles on the clock, averaging 4,731 miles per year, well 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 DA52 JJF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,721 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 4,731 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DA52 JJF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DA52 JJF
What car is DA52 JJF?
DA52 JJF is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DA52 JJF?
The last recorded mileage for DA52 JJF was 80,721 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA52 JJF passed its MOT?
DA52 JJF has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2018.
Is DA52 JJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 JJF 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 DA52 JJF?
DA52 JJF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.