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MM52 HLO

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 85,074 miles on the clock, averaging 9,793 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for MM52 HLO

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,074
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,793

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading85,074 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,793
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM52 HLO 14k32k50k67k85k '05'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,074 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,074 miles
Since last MOT+18,352 miles
PASS
Mileage66,722 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,705 miles
Since last MOT+14,627 miles
PASS
Mileage52,078 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,076 miles
Since last MOT+3,479 miles
PASS
Mileage48,597 miles
Since last MOT+5,841 miles
PASS
Mileage42,756 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage36,270 miles
Since last MOT+13,244 miles
PASS
Mileage23,026 miles
Since last MOT+8,551 miles
PASS
Mileage14,475 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

RegistrationMM52 HLO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MM52 HLO

What car is MM52 HLO?

MM52 HLO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MM52 HLO?

The last recorded mileage for MM52 HLO was 85,074 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM52 HLO passed its MOT?

MM52 HLO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2013.

Is MM52 HLO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM52 HLO 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 MM52 HLO?

MM52 HLO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.