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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 93,204 miles on the clock, averaging 7,208 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 SC52 DLD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,870 |
| Average per year | 7,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SC52 DLD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SC52 DLD
What car is SC52 DLD?
SC52 DLD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SC52 DLD?
The last recorded mileage for SC52 DLD was 93,204 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC52 DLD passed its MOT?
SC52 DLD has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2018.
Is SC52 DLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC52 DLD 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 SC52 DLD?
SC52 DLD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.