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MM52 NLZ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 145,001 miles on the clock, averaging 10,900 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 NLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,001
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,900

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 reading145,001 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,882
Average per year10,900
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM52 NLZ 35k63k90k118k145k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,001 miles
Since last MOT+10,882 miles
PASS
Mileage134,119 miles
Since last MOT+12,523 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,596 miles
Since last MOT+14,082 miles
PASS
Mileage107,514 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,511 miles
Since last MOT+5,969 miles
PASS
Mileage101,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,494 miles
PASS
Mileage95,048 miles
Since last MOT+7,813 miles
PASS
Mileage87,235 miles
Since last MOT+8,971 miles
PASS
Mileage78,264 miles
Since last MOT+11,727 miles
PASS
Mileage66,537 miles
Since last MOT+13,232 miles
PASS
Mileage53,305 miles
Since last MOT+17,857 miles
PASS
Mileage35,448 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 NLZ
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 NLZ

What car is MM52 NLZ?

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

What is the mileage of MM52 NLZ?

The last recorded mileage for MM52 NLZ was 145,001 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM52 NLZ passed its MOT?

MM52 NLZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2016.

Is MM52 NLZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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