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NG52 UHS

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 94,611 miles on the clock, averaging 7,522 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for NG52 UHS

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,611
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,522

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading94,611 miles
Reading date
Miles last year51
Average per year7,522
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NG52 UHS 19k38k57k76k95k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,611 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,560 miles
Since last MOT+6,844 miles
PASS
Mileage87,716 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,716 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage82,872 miles
Since last MOT+2,900 miles
PASS
Mileage79,972 miles
Since last MOT+389 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,583 miles
Since last MOT+12,959 miles
PASS
Mileage66,624 miles
Since last MOT+6,536 miles
PASS
Mileage60,088 miles
Since last MOT+5,863 miles
PASS
Mileage54,225 miles
Since last MOT+5,639 miles
PASS
Mileage48,586 miles
Since last MOT+8,693 miles
PASS
Mileage39,893 miles
Since last MOT+10,351 miles
PASS
Mileage29,542 miles
Since last MOT+9,621 miles
PASS
Mileage19,921 miles
Since last MOT+712 miles
PASS
Mileage19,209 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

RegistrationNG52 UHS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About NG52 UHS

What car is NG52 UHS?

NG52 UHS is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NG52 UHS?

The last recorded mileage for NG52 UHS was 94,611 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG52 UHS passed its MOT?

NG52 UHS has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2015.

Is NG52 UHS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG52 UHS 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 NG52 UHS?

NG52 UHS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.