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OE52 NZM

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 130,642 miles on the clock, averaging 8,484 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 OE52 NZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,642
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,484

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading130,642 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,427
Average per year8,484
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE52 NZM 89k99k110k120k131k '07'12'10

Check OE52 NZM

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,642 miles
Since last MOT+9,427 miles
PASS
Mileage121,215 miles
Since last MOT+8,760 miles
PASS
Mileage112,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,455 miles
Since last MOT+8,014 miles
PASS
Mileage104,441 miles
Since last MOT+9,661 miles
PASS
Mileage94,780 miles
Since last MOT+6,256 miles
PASS
Mileage88,524 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

RegistrationOE52 NZM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OE52 NZM

What car is OE52 NZM?

OE52 NZM is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OE52 NZM?

The last recorded mileage for OE52 NZM was 130,642 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE52 NZM passed its MOT?

OE52 NZM has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Feb 2012.

Is OE52 NZM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE52 NZM 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 OE52 NZM?

OE52 NZM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.