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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 89,888 miles on the clock, averaging 6,539 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 FD52 VPE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FD52 VPE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 VPE
What car is FD52 VPE?
FD52 VPE is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD52 VPE?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 VPE was 89,888 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 VPE passed its MOT?
FD52 VPE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2016.
Is FD52 VPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 VPE 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 FD52 VPE?
FD52 VPE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.