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GP52 EEX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 175,120 miles on the clock, averaging 6,101 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 GP52 EEX

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,120
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
6,101

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 reading175,120 miles
Reading date
Miles last year438
Average per year6,101
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP52 EEX 58k88k117k146k175k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,120 miles
Since last MOT+438 miles
PASS
Mileage174,682 miles
Since last MOT+504 miles
PASS
Mileage174,178 miles
Since last MOT+705 miles
PASS
Mileage173,473 miles
Since last MOT+769 miles
PASS
Mileage172,704 miles
Since last MOT+1,811 miles
PASS
Mileage170,893 miles
Since last MOT+3,502 miles
PASS
Mileage167,391 miles
Since last MOT+2,995 miles
PASS
Mileage164,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,396 miles
Since last MOT+2,704 miles
PASS
Mileage161,692 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,692 miles
Since last MOT+2,564 miles
PASS
Mileage159,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,128 miles
Since last MOT+3,707 miles
PASS
Mileage155,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,421 miles
Since last MOT+5,424 miles
PASS
Mileage149,997 miles
Since last MOT+5,592 miles
PASS
Mileage144,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,405 miles
Since last MOT+5,123 miles
PASS
Mileage139,282 miles
Since last MOT+6,010 miles
PASS
Mileage133,272 miles
Since last MOT+5,741 miles
PASS
Mileage127,531 miles
Since last MOT+9,669 miles
PASS
Mileage117,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,862 miles
Since last MOT+18,470 miles
PASS
Mileage99,392 miles
Since last MOT+29,295 miles
PASS
Mileage70,097 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,097 miles
Since last MOT+11,801 miles
PASS
Mileage58,296 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

RegistrationGP52 EEX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GP52 EEX

What car is GP52 EEX?

GP52 EEX is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP52 EEX?

The last recorded mileage for GP52 EEX was 175,120 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP52 EEX passed its MOT?

GP52 EEX has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2025.

Is GP52 EEX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP52 EEX 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 GP52 EEX?

GP52 EEX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.