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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 44,624 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for MX52 VGJ
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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
| Registration | MX52 VGJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MX52 VGJ
What car is MX52 VGJ?
MX52 VGJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MX52 VGJ?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 VGJ was 44,624 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 VGJ passed its MOT?
MX52 VGJ has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2006.
Is MX52 VGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 VGJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MX52 VGJ?
MX52 VGJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.