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MM52 NRF

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 85,869 miles on the clock, averaging 6,943 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 MM52 NRF

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,869
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
6,943

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,869 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,631
Average per year6,943
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM52 NRF 12k31k49k67k86k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,869 miles
Since last MOT+6,631 miles
PASS
Mileage79,238 miles
Since last MOT+68 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,170 miles
Since last MOT+5,636 miles
PASS
Mileage73,534 miles
Since last MOT+7,331 miles
PASS
Mileage66,203 miles
Since last MOT+7,446 miles
PASS
Mileage58,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,757 miles
Since last MOT+7,479 miles
PASS
Mileage51,278 miles
Since last MOT+8,191 miles
PASS
Mileage43,087 miles
Since last MOT+12,683 miles
PASS
Mileage30,404 miles
Since last MOT+11,072 miles
PASS
Mileage19,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage15,916 miles
Since last MOT+3,854 miles
PASS
Mileage12,062 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 NRF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
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 NRF

What car is MM52 NRF?

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

What is the mileage of MM52 NRF?

The last recorded mileage for MM52 NRF was 85,869 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM52 NRF passed its MOT?

MM52 NRF has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2016.

Is MM52 NRF ULEZ compliant?

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

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