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OW52 EOY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 98,716 miles on the clock, averaging 6,472 miles per year, 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 OW52 EOY

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,716
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
6,472

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

Below average
Latest reading98,716 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,958
Average per year6,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OW52 EOY 26k44k63k81k99k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,716 miles
Since last MOT+1,958 miles
PASS
Mileage96,758 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,758 miles
Since last MOT+1,274 miles
PASS
Mileage95,484 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,482 miles
Since last MOT+5,336 miles
PASS
Mileage90,146 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
PASS
Mileage82,076 miles
Since last MOT+7,238 miles
PASS
Mileage74,838 miles
Since last MOT+5,742 miles
PASS
Mileage69,096 miles
Since last MOT+7,445 miles
PASS
Mileage61,651 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage53,878 miles
Since last MOT+8,912 miles
PASS
Mileage44,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,966 miles
Since last MOT+8,321 miles
PASS
Mileage36,645 miles
Since last MOT+10,357 miles
PASS
Mileage26,288 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

RegistrationOW52 EOY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOW — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OW52 EOY

What car is OW52 EOY?

OW52 EOY is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OW52 EOY?

The last recorded mileage for OW52 EOY was 98,716 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OW52 EOY passed its MOT?

OW52 EOY has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.

Is OW52 EOY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW52 EOY 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 OW52 EOY?

OW52 EOY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.