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EN52 MKF

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 133,272 miles on the clock, averaging 7,315 miles per year, below 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 MKF

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,272
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,315

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,272 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-721
Average per year7,315
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 MKF 46k68k90k112k133k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,272 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,993 miles
Since last MOT+10,038 miles
PASS
Mileage123,955 miles
Since last MOT+3,728 miles
PASS
Mileage120,227 miles
Since last MOT+4,605 miles
PASS
Mileage115,622 miles
Since last MOT+6,321 miles
PASS
Mileage109,301 miles
Since last MOT+4,837 miles
PASS
Mileage104,464 miles
Since last MOT+9,213 miles
PASS
Mileage95,251 miles
Since last MOT+8,168 miles
PASS
Mileage87,083 miles
Since last MOT+8,881 miles
PASS
Mileage78,202 miles
Since last MOT+8,472 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,730 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage61,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,562 miles
PASS
Mileage53,594 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,594 miles
Since last MOT+7,355 miles
PASS
Mileage46,239 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 MKF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 MKF

What car is EN52 MKF?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 MKF?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 MKF was 133,272 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 MKF passed its MOT?

EN52 MKF has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2018.

Is EN52 MKF ULEZ compliant?

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

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