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EN52 KTF

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 158,486 miles on the clock, averaging 16,886 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 KTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,486
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
16,886

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading158,486 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,924
Average per year16,886
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN52 KTF 72k94k115k137k158k '06'11'08

Check EN52 KTF

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage158,486 miles
Since last MOT+2,924 miles
PASS
Mileage155,562 miles
Since last MOT+41,161 miles
PASS
Mileage114,401 miles
Since last MOT+23,234 miles
PASS
Mileage91,167 miles
Since last MOT+18,815 miles
PASS
Mileage72,352 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 KTF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 KTF

What car is EN52 KTF?

EN52 KTF is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN52 KTF?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 KTF was 158,486 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 KTF passed its MOT?

EN52 KTF has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 9 Apr 2011.

Is EN52 KTF ULEZ compliant?

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

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