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SC52 DLN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 80,116 miles on the clock, averaging 6,587 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 DLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,116
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,587

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,116 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,068
Average per year6,587
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC52 DLN 12k29k46k63k80k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,116 miles
Since last MOT+8,068 miles
PASS
Mileage72,048 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,048 miles
Since last MOT+134 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,914 miles
Since last MOT+9,443 miles
PASS
Mileage62,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,471 miles
Since last MOT+11,218 miles
PASS
Mileage51,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,253 miles
Since last MOT+8,781 miles
PASS
Mileage42,472 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,472 miles
Since last MOT+7,468 miles
PASS
Mileage35,004 miles
Since last MOT+4,691 miles
PASS
Mileage30,313 miles
Since last MOT+9,602 miles
PASS
Mileage20,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,711 miles
Since last MOT+3,389 miles
FAIL
Mileage17,322 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage12,181 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

RegistrationSC52 DLN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SC52 DLN

What car is SC52 DLN?

SC52 DLN is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SC52 DLN?

The last recorded mileage for SC52 DLN was 80,116 miles, recorded on 25 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC52 DLN passed its MOT?

SC52 DLN has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2016.

Is SC52 DLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC52 DLN 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 DLN?

SC52 DLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.