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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 62,075 miles on the clock, averaging 8,341 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 HJ52 CVY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 62,075 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,496 |
| Average per year | 8,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | HJ52 CVY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HJ52 CVY
What car is HJ52 CVY?
HJ52 CVY is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HJ52 CVY?
The last recorded mileage for HJ52 CVY was 62,075 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ52 CVY passed its MOT?
HJ52 CVY has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jul 2009.
Is HJ52 CVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ52 CVY 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 HJ52 CVY?
HJ52 CVY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.