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PX52 TBY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 137,182 miles on the clock, averaging 10,332 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 PX52 TBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,182
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,332

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 reading137,182 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,332
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX52 TBY 24k52k80k109k137k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,182 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,383 miles
PASS
Mileage131,798 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,699 miles
Since last MOT+5,593 miles
PASS
Mileage126,106 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,105 miles
Since last MOT+7,493 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,612 miles
Since last MOT+10,290 miles
PASS
Mileage108,322 miles
Since last MOT+11,422 miles
PASS
Mileage96,900 miles
Since last MOT+5,379 miles
PASS
Mileage91,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,285 miles
PASS
Mileage87,236 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,114 miles
Since last MOT+17,027 miles
PASS
Mileage70,087 miles
Since last MOT+15,207 miles
PASS
Mileage54,880 miles
Since last MOT+15,681 miles
PASS
Mileage39,199 miles
Since last MOT+15,586 miles
PASS
Mileage23,613 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

RegistrationPX52 TBY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PX52 TBY

What car is PX52 TBY?

PX52 TBY is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX52 TBY?

The last recorded mileage for PX52 TBY was 137,182 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX52 TBY passed its MOT?

PX52 TBY has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2017.

Is PX52 TBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX52 TBY 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 PX52 TBY?

PX52 TBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.