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GL52 UUB

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 167,234 miles on the clock, averaging 7,485 miles per year, around 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 UUB

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,234
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,485

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading167,234 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year7,485
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL52 UUB 77k100k122k145k167k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,234 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,219 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage162,189 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,148 miles
Since last MOT+4,440 miles
PASS
Mileage157,708 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,692 miles
Since last MOT+5,501 miles
PASS
Mileage152,191 miles
Since last MOT+6,451 miles
PASS
Mileage145,740 miles
Since last MOT+5,344 miles
PASS
Mileage140,396 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage135,552 miles
Since last MOT+10,159 miles
PASS
Mileage125,393 miles
Since last MOT+11,193 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,961 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,239 miles
Since last MOT+8,615 miles
PASS
Mileage95,624 miles
Since last MOT+9,758 miles
PASS
Mileage85,866 miles
Since last MOT+8,580 miles
PASS
Mileage77,286 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 UUB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GL52 UUB

What car is GL52 UUB?

GL52 UUB is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GL52 UUB?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 UUB was 167,234 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 UUB passed its MOT?

GL52 UUB has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2018.

Is GL52 UUB ULEZ compliant?

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

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