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EN52 KHA

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 5 (44% pass rate). It has 78,941 miles on the clock, averaging 9,332 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 EN52 KHA

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,941
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
44%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,332

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading78,941 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,645
Average per year9,332
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 KHA 32k44k55k67k79k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage78,941 miles
Since last MOT+10,645 miles
PASS
Mileage68,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,296 miles
Since last MOT+13,005 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,291 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage46,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,271 miles
PASS
Mileage40,575 miles
Since last MOT+8,850 miles
PASS
Mileage31,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,725 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

RegistrationEN52 KHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 KHA

What car is EN52 KHA?

EN52 KHA is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN52 KHA?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 KHA was 78,941 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 KHA passed its MOT?

EN52 KHA has had 9 MOT tests with a 44% pass rate (4 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 25 Feb 2011.

Is EN52 KHA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN52 KHA 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 EN52 KHA?

EN52 KHA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.