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SY52 WHV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 105,095 miles on the clock, averaging 8,749 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 SY52 WHV

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,095
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,749

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 reading105,095 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,652
Average per year8,749
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY52 WHV 42k58k74k89k105k '06'13'10

Check SY52 WHV

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,095 miles
Since last MOT+13,652 miles
PASS
Mileage91,443 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,437 miles
Since last MOT+13,666 miles
PASS
Mileage77,771 miles
Since last MOT+3,631 miles
PASS
Mileage74,140 miles
Since last MOT+3,981 miles
PASS
Mileage70,159 miles
Since last MOT+1,155 miles
PASS
Mileage69,004 miles
Since last MOT+12,418 miles
PASS
Mileage56,586 miles
Since last MOT+14,425 miles
PASS
Mileage42,161 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

RegistrationSY52 WHV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SY52 WHV

What car is SY52 WHV?

SY52 WHV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY52 WHV?

The last recorded mileage for SY52 WHV was 105,095 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY52 WHV passed its MOT?

SY52 WHV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Apr 2013.

Is SY52 WHV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 WHV 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 SY52 WHV?

SY52 WHV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.