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EN52 NJU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 119,471 miles on the clock, averaging 6,780 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 NJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,780

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 reading119,471 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,996
Average per year6,780
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 NJU 17k43k68k94k119k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,471 miles
Since last MOT+3,996 miles
PASS
Mileage115,475 miles
Since last MOT+7,872 miles
PASS
Mileage107,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,603 miles
Since last MOT+6,176 miles
PASS
Mileage101,427 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,366 miles
Since last MOT+8,809 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+8,015 miles
PASS
Mileage84,542 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,499 miles
Since last MOT+8,124 miles
PASS
Mileage76,375 miles
Since last MOT+9,966 miles
PASS
Mileage66,409 miles
Since last MOT+7,532 miles
PASS
Mileage58,877 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,876 miles
Since last MOT+3,785 miles
PASS
Mileage55,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,756 miles
PASS
Mileage49,335 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage42,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,300 miles
PASS
Mileage35,703 miles
Since last MOT+3,706 miles
PASS
Mileage31,997 miles
Since last MOT+4,123 miles
PASS
Mileage27,874 miles
Since last MOT+10,631 miles
PASS
Mileage17,243 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 NJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 NJU

What car is EN52 NJU?

EN52 NJU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN52 NJU?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 NJU was 119,471 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 NJU passed its MOT?

EN52 NJU has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2021.

Is EN52 NJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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