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GL52 LFG

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 77,499 miles on the clock, averaging 3,359 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 GL52 LFG

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,499
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,359

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

Low mileage
Latest reading77,499 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,359
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL52 LFG 23k36k50k64k77k '07'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,499 miles
Since last MOT+5,993 miles
PASS
Mileage71,506 miles
Since last MOT+3,606 miles
PASS
Mileage67,900 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,890 miles
Since last MOT+4,521 miles
PASS
Mileage63,369 miles
Since last MOT+2,524 miles
PASS
Mileage60,845 miles
Since last MOT+3,799 miles
PASS
Mileage57,046 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,046 miles
Since last MOT+6,624 miles
PASS
Mileage50,422 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,402 miles
Since last MOT+7,397 miles
PASS
Mileage43,005 miles
Since last MOT+2,656 miles
PASS
Mileage40,349 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,349 miles
Since last MOT+1,416 miles
PASS
Mileage38,933 miles
Since last MOT+893 miles
PASS
Mileage38,040 miles
Since last MOT+1,355 miles
PASS
Mileage36,685 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,613 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage35,399 miles
Since last MOT+1,847 miles
PASS
Mileage33,552 miles
Since last MOT+3,124 miles
PASS
Mileage30,428 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
PASS
Mileage26,666 miles
Since last MOT+3,984 miles
PASS
Mileage22,682 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

RegistrationGL52 LFG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GL52 LFG

What car is GL52 LFG?

GL52 LFG is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GL52 LFG?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 LFG was 77,499 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 LFG passed its MOT?

GL52 LFG has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2023.

Is GL52 LFG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 LFG 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 GL52 LFG?

GL52 LFG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.