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GF52 OJS

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 85,197 miles on the clock, averaging 6,175 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 GF52 OJS

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,197
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,175

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,197 miles
Reading date
Miles last year102
Average per year6,175
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF52 OJS 16k33k50k68k85k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,197 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,095 miles
Since last MOT+6,065 miles
PASS
Mileage79,030 miles
Since last MOT+5,270 miles
PASS
Mileage73,760 miles
Since last MOT+6,204 miles
PASS
Mileage67,556 miles
Since last MOT+6,079 miles
PASS
Mileage61,477 miles
Since last MOT+6,635 miles
PASS
Mileage54,842 miles
Since last MOT+6,538 miles
PASS
Mileage48,304 miles
Since last MOT+7,942 miles
PASS
Mileage40,362 miles
Since last MOT+161 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,201 miles
Since last MOT+7,411 miles
PASS
Mileage32,790 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,778 miles
Since last MOT+8,852 miles
PASS
Mileage23,926 miles
Since last MOT+4,135 miles
PASS
Mileage19,791 miles
Since last MOT+4,014 miles
PASS
Mileage15,777 miles

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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

RegistrationGF52 OJS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GF52 OJS

What car is GF52 OJS?

GF52 OJS is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GF52 OJS?

The last recorded mileage for GF52 OJS was 85,197 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF52 OJS passed its MOT?

GF52 OJS has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2017.

Is GF52 OJS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 OJS 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 GF52 OJS?

GF52 OJS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.