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EN52 NHP

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 68,856 miles on the clock, averaging 8,902 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 EN52 NHP

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,856
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
8,902

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading68,856 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,902
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 NHP 34k42k51k60k69k '07'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,856 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,856 miles
Since last MOT+9,347 miles
PASS
Mileage59,509 miles
Since last MOT+9,069 miles
PASS
Mileage50,440 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,429 miles
Since last MOT+8,382 miles
PASS
Mileage42,047 miles
Since last MOT+8,452 miles
PASS
Mileage33,595 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 NHP
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 NHP

What car is EN52 NHP?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 NHP?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 NHP was 68,856 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 NHP passed its MOT?

EN52 NHP has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2011.

Is EN52 NHP ULEZ compliant?

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

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