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WP52 FHM

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 124,286 miles on the clock, averaging 7,826 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 WP52 FHM

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,286
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,826

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,286 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29
Average per year7,826
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WP52 FHM 43k63k84k104k124k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,286 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,257 miles
Since last MOT+3,934 miles
PASS
Mileage120,323 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,293 miles
Since last MOT+5,419 miles
PASS
Mileage114,874 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
PASS
Mileage108,492 miles
Since last MOT+5,016 miles
PASS
Mileage103,476 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,454 miles
Since last MOT+5,836 miles
PASS
Mileage97,618 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,583 miles
Since last MOT+5,024 miles
PASS
Mileage92,559 miles
Since last MOT+5,818 miles
PASS
Mileage86,741 miles
Since last MOT+14,828 miles
PASS
Mileage71,913 miles
Since last MOT+14,364 miles
PASS
Mileage57,549 miles
Since last MOT+14,339 miles
PASS
Mileage43,210 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 FHM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WP52 FHM

What car is WP52 FHM?

WP52 FHM is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WP52 FHM?

The last recorded mileage for WP52 FHM was 124,286 miles, recorded on 10 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP52 FHM passed its MOT?

WP52 FHM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2016.

Is WP52 FHM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP52 FHM 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 WP52 FHM?

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