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OU52 LTJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1995cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1995cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 131,436 miles on the clock, averaging 11,814 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for OU52 LTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,436
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,814

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading131,436 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,686
Average per year11,814
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU52 LTJ 45k67k88k110k131k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,436 miles
Since last MOT+12,686 miles
PASS
Mileage118,750 miles
Since last MOT+20,161 miles
PASS
Mileage98,589 miles
Since last MOT+22,414 miles
PASS
Mileage76,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,175 miles
Since last MOT+346 miles
PASS
Mileage75,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage68,722 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,722 miles
Since last MOT+11,833 miles
PASS
Mileage56,889 miles
Since last MOT+11,688 miles
PASS
Mileage45,201 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

RegistrationOU52 LTJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OU52 LTJ

What car is OU52 LTJ?

OU52 LTJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OU52 LTJ?

The last recorded mileage for OU52 LTJ was 131,436 miles, recorded on 30 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU52 LTJ passed its MOT?

OU52 LTJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2013.

Is OU52 LTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU52 LTJ 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 OU52 LTJ?

OU52 LTJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.