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WG52 LFW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 114,509 miles on the clock, averaging 8,575 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 WG52 LFW

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,575

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,948
Average per year8,575
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WG52 LFW 29k50k72k93k115k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage114,509 miles
Since last MOT+1,948 miles
PASS
Mileage112,561 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,457 miles
Since last MOT+9,378 miles
PASS
Mileage103,079 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,063 miles
Since last MOT+8,851 miles
PASS
Mileage94,212 miles
Since last MOT+6,256 miles
PASS
Mileage87,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,956 miles
Since last MOT+7,243 miles
PASS
Mileage80,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,713 miles
Since last MOT+7,625 miles
PASS
Mileage73,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,088 miles
Since last MOT+7,049 miles
PASS
Mileage66,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,039 miles
Since last MOT+10,099 miles
PASS
Mileage55,940 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,852 miles
Since last MOT+12,290 miles
PASS
Mileage43,562 miles
Since last MOT+11,493 miles
PASS
Mileage32,069 miles
Since last MOT+1,730 miles
PASS
Mileage30,339 miles
Since last MOT+1,829 miles
PASS
Mileage28,510 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

RegistrationWG52 LFW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WG52 LFW

What car is WG52 LFW?

WG52 LFW is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WG52 LFW?

The last recorded mileage for WG52 LFW was 114,509 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG52 LFW passed its MOT?

WG52 LFW has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 5 Feb 2016.

Is WG52 LFW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG52 LFW 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 WG52 LFW?

WG52 LFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.