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SH52 JUW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 87,203 miles on the clock, averaging 8,356 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for SH52 JUW

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,203
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,356

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading87,203 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,545
Average per year8,356
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH52 JUW 1k23k44k66k87k '05'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,545 miles
PASS
Mileage84,658 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage81,857 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,844 miles
Since last MOT+5,136 miles
PASS
Mileage76,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,953 miles
PASS
Mileage68,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,755 miles
Since last MOT+11,201 miles
PASS
Mileage57,554 miles
Since last MOT+10,805 miles
PASS
Mileage46,749 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,744 miles
Since last MOT+11,842 miles
PASS
Mileage34,902 miles
Since last MOT+10,913 miles
PASS
Mileage23,989 miles
Since last MOT+12,343 miles
PASS
Mileage11,646 miles
Since last MOT+10,352 miles
PASS
Mileage1,294 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

RegistrationSH52 JUW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SH52 JUW

What car is SH52 JUW?

SH52 JUW is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH52 JUW?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 JUW was 87,203 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 JUW passed its MOT?

SH52 JUW has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2016.

Is SH52 JUW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 JUW 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 SH52 JUW?

SH52 JUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.