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WP52 EXH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 107,731 miles on the clock, averaging 12,558 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 WP52 EXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,731
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
12,558

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading107,731 miles
Reading date
Miles last year24,630
Average per year12,558
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP52 EXH 45k61k77k92k108k '06'10'09

Check WP52 EXH

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,731 miles
Since last MOT+24,630 miles
PASS
Mileage83,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,101 miles
Since last MOT+11,522 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,854 miles
PASS
Mileage58,725 miles
Since last MOT+13,365 miles
PASS
Mileage45,360 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

RegistrationWP52 EXH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WP52 EXH

What car is WP52 EXH?

WP52 EXH is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WP52 EXH?

The last recorded mileage for WP52 EXH was 107,731 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP52 EXH passed its MOT?

WP52 EXH has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2010.

Is WP52 EXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP52 EXH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WP52 EXH?

WP52 EXH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.