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MT52 HHN

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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 46,303 miles on the clock, averaging 3,783 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 MT52 HHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
46,303
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,783

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading46,303 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,944
Average per year3,783
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT52 HHN 16k24k31k39k46k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,303 miles
Since last MOT+3,944 miles
PASS
Mileage42,359 miles
Since last MOT+6,291 miles
PASS
Mileage36,068 miles
Since last MOT+896 miles
PASS
Mileage35,172 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,157 miles
Since last MOT+2,588 miles
PASS
Mileage32,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,303 miles
PASS
Mileage28,266 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,209 miles
Since last MOT+4,879 miles
PASS
Mileage23,330 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,329 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage22,097 miles
Since last MOT+6,081 miles
PASS
Mileage16,016 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

RegistrationMT52 HHN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MT52 HHN

What car is MT52 HHN?

MT52 HHN is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MT52 HHN?

The last recorded mileage for MT52 HHN was 46,303 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT52 HHN passed its MOT?

MT52 HHN has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2014.

Is MT52 HHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 HHN 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 MT52 HHN?

MT52 HHN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.