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LF52 JSX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 119,922 miles on the clock, averaging 4,472 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 LF52 JSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,922
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
4,472

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 reading119,922 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF52 JSX 36k57k78k99k120k '06'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,922 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,922 miles
Since last MOT+1,377 miles
PASS
Mileage118,545 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,539 miles
Since last MOT+2,635 miles
PASS
Mileage115,904 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,903 miles
Since last MOT+1,243 miles
PASS
Mileage114,660 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,654 miles
Since last MOT+1,147 miles
PASS
Mileage113,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,507 miles
Since last MOT+616 miles
PASS
Mileage112,891 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,891 miles
Since last MOT+1,820 miles
PASS
Mileage111,071 miles
Since last MOT+2,642 miles
PASS
Mileage108,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,429 miles
Since last MOT+2,177 miles
PASS
Mileage106,252 miles
Since last MOT+2,239 miles
PASS
Mileage104,013 miles
Since last MOT+4,248 miles
PASS
Mileage99,765 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,764 miles
Since last MOT+8,978 miles
PASS
Mileage90,786 miles
Since last MOT+6,651 miles
PASS
Mileage84,135 miles
Since last MOT+3,691 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,444 miles
Since last MOT+5,724 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,720 miles
Since last MOT+5,104 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,837 miles
PASS
Mileage63,779 miles
Since last MOT+7,897 miles
PASS
Mileage55,882 miles
Since last MOT+8,964 miles
PASS
Mileage46,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,352 miles
PASS
Mileage35,566 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

RegistrationLF52 JSX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LF52 JSX

What car is LF52 JSX?

LF52 JSX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LF52 JSX?

The last recorded mileage for LF52 JSX was 119,922 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF52 JSX passed its MOT?

LF52 JSX has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2024.

Is LF52 JSX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF52 JSX 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 LF52 JSX?

LF52 JSX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.