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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 119,558 miles on the clock, averaging 7,340 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for WM52 FRL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WM52 FRL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About WM52 FRL
What car is WM52 FRL?
WM52 FRL is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WM52 FRL?
The last recorded mileage for WM52 FRL was 119,558 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM52 FRL passed its MOT?
WM52 FRL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2018.
Is WM52 FRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM52 FRL 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 WM52 FRL?
WM52 FRL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.