BT52 AHN

2003 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2003
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 5 October 2023
Last recorded mileage
32,541 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 43/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2003 Vauxhall has 27 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 32,541 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the pattern of recurring issues and a 23-year age warrant significant caution.

The vehicle shows suspiciously low mileage before Nov 2018 (426 mi/yr equivalent), followed by consistent but below-average annual usage, indicating potential periods of inactivity or light use.

Things to check

  • Major brake failures recorded in Nov 2019 and Nov 2020, with 4 related advisories.
  • Major suspension failure (shock absorber leak) in Nov 2020, with 1 related advisory.
  • Recurring tyre advisories across 3 tests (Nov 2019, Nov 2020, Nov 2021).
  • Engine mounting damage advisory in Oct 2022, a recurring issue.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until Oct 2023, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No recent MOT failures or advisories since Oct 2022.
  • Consistent annual mileage post-2018, suggesting regular use.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) for this model.

Mileage history

Dec 2005: 32,541 mi FAILDec 2005: 32,541 mi PASSDec 2006: 38,229 mi PASSDec 2007: 43,166 mi PASSDec 2008: 48,074 mi FAILDec 2008: 48,074 mi PASSDec 2009: 52,410 mi FAILDec 2009: 52,410 mi PASSDec 2010: 56,602 mi PASSDec 2010: 56,602 mi FAILNov 2011: 60,624 mi PASSNov 2012: 63,554 mi FAILNov 2012: 63,559 mi PASSNov 2013: 66,533 mi PASSNov 2014: 69,545 mi FAILNov 2014: 69,545 mi PASSNov 2015: 72,408 mi FAILNov 2015: 72,408 mi PASSNov 2016: 75,561 mi PASSNov 2017: 78,173 mi FAILNov 2017: 78,173 mi PASSNov 2018: 78,608 mi PASSNov 2019: 83,766 mi FAILNov 2019: 83,766 mi PASSNov 2020: 88,410 mi PASSNov 2021: 93,582 mi PASSOct 2022: 98,666 mi PASS99k66k33kDec 2005Oct 2022

MOT test history — 18/27 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Dec 2005 FAIL 32,541 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Dec 2005 PASS 32,541 mi None recorded
Dec 2006 PASS 38,229 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
Dec 2007 PASS 43,166 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Dec 2008 FAIL 48,074 mi
PRS Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FAIL Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Dec 2008 PASS 48,074 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Dec 2009 FAIL 52,410 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
FAIL Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORY Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
USER ENTERED sill covers fitted at the time of the test
USER ENTERED centre seat belt pre tensioner activated
Dec 2009 PASS 52,410 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORY Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
USER ENTERED sill covers fitted at the time of the test
USER ENTERED centre seat belt pre tensioner activated
USER ENTERED ofside headlight has slight movement but not insecure
Dec 2010 PASS 56,602 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED sideskirts fitted to vehicle
USER ENTERED oil leak
Dec 2010 FAIL 56,602 mi
PRS Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED sideskirts fitted to vehicle
USER ENTERED oil leak
Nov 2011 PASS 60,624 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nov 2012 FAIL 63,554 mi
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
FAIL Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Nov 2012 PASS 63,559 mi
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Nov 2013 PASS 66,533 mi
USER ENTERED oil leak
Nov 2014 FAIL 69,545 mi
FAIL Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
FAIL Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
ADVISORY Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
Nov 2014 PASS 69,545 mi
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
ADVISORY Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
Nov 2015 FAIL 72,408 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low + offside (1.8)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured + offside front (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded + offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded + offside front (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment + offside front (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear coil spring corroded + offside rear (2.4.C.1b)
Nov 2015 PASS 72,408 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured + offside front (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded + offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded + offside front (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment + offside front (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear coil spring corroded + offside rear (2.4.C.1b)
Nov 2016 PASS 75,561 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded + all rear + offside front (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
ADVISORY Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)
Nov 2017 FAIL 78,173 mi
PRS Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
ADVISORY Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
FAIL Front Braking system leaking to rear pipe (3.6.A.1)
Nov 2017 PASS 78,173 mi
ADVISORY Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
Nov 2018 PASS 78,608 mi None recorded
Nov 2019 FAIL 83,766 mi
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
MAJOR Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
MAJOR Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2019 PASS 83,766 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2020 PASS 88,410 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nov 2021 PASS 93,582 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oct 2022 PASS 98,666 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BT52 AHN, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.