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AO53 KUN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Gold Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourGold
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 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 104,655 miles on the clock, averaging 8,518 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 AO53 KUN

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,655
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,518

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading104,655 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year8,518
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AO53 KUN 19k40k62k83k105k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,655 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,651 miles
Since last MOT+1,385 miles
PASS
Mileage103,266 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,265 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage95,950 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,936 miles
Since last MOT+12,703 miles
PASS
Mileage83,233 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,232 miles
Since last MOT+11,236 miles
PASS
Mileage71,996 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,996 miles
Since last MOT+10,472 miles
PASS
Mileage61,524 miles
Since last MOT+134 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,390 miles
Since last MOT+15,606 miles
PASS
Mileage45,784 miles
Since last MOT+11,040 miles
PASS
Mileage34,744 miles
Since last MOT+11,030 miles
PASS
Mileage23,714 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,712 miles
Since last MOT+4,638 miles
PASS
Mileage19,074 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,066 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

RegistrationAO53 KUN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AO53 KUN

What car is AO53 KUN?

AO53 KUN is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AO53 KUN?

The last recorded mileage for AO53 KUN was 104,655 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO53 KUN passed its MOT?

AO53 KUN has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2016.

Is AO53 KUN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 KUN 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 AO53 KUN?

AO53 KUN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.