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SC52 DLV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 109,883 miles on the clock, averaging 9,012 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 SC52 DLV

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,883
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
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
9,012

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 reading109,883 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,026
Average per year9,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC52 DLV 18k41k64k87k110k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,883 miles
Since last MOT+11,026 miles
PASS
Mileage98,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,857 miles
Since last MOT+8,200 miles
PASS
Mileage90,657 miles
Since last MOT+9,006 miles
PASS
Mileage81,651 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,651 miles
Since last MOT+7,927 miles
PASS
Mileage73,724 miles
Since last MOT+4,769 miles
PASS
Mileage68,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,955 miles
Since last MOT+6,387 miles
PASS
Mileage62,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,659 miles
PASS
Mileage55,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,909 miles
Since last MOT+12,240 miles
PASS
Mileage43,669 miles
Since last MOT+16,393 miles
PASS
Mileage27,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,276 miles
Since last MOT+9,665 miles
PASS
Mileage17,611 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 DLV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SC52 DLV

What car is SC52 DLV?

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

What is the mileage of SC52 DLV?

The last recorded mileage for SC52 DLV was 109,883 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC52 DLV passed its MOT?

SC52 DLV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2016.

Is SC52 DLV ULEZ compliant?

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

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