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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 104,023 miles on the clock, averaging 9,575 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 SX52 FFZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,023 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,139 |
| Average per year | 9,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SX52 FFZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SX52 FFZ
What car is SX52 FFZ?
SX52 FFZ is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SX52 FFZ?
The last recorded mileage for SX52 FFZ was 104,023 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX52 FFZ passed its MOT?
SX52 FFZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2014.
Is SX52 FFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 FFZ 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 SX52 FFZ?
SX52 FFZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.