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EN52 RKK

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 126,975 miles on the clock, averaging 9,025 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 RKK

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,975
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,025

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 reading126,975 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,360
Average per year9,025
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EN52 RKK 44k65k86k106k127k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,975 miles
Since last MOT+6,360 miles
PASS
Mileage120,615 miles
Since last MOT+6,850 miles
PASS
Mileage113,765 miles
Since last MOT+7,587 miles
PASS
Mileage106,178 miles
Since last MOT+8,229 miles
PASS
Mileage97,949 miles
Since last MOT+9,359 miles
PASS
Mileage88,590 miles
Since last MOT+9,839 miles
PASS
Mileage78,751 miles
Since last MOT+9,091 miles
PASS
Mileage69,660 miles
Since last MOT+12,740 miles
PASS
Mileage56,920 miles
Since last MOT+12,746 miles
PASS
Mileage44,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,174 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 RKK
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 RKK

What car is EN52 RKK?

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

What is the mileage of EN52 RKK?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 RKK was 126,975 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 RKK passed its MOT?

EN52 RKK has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Sep 2015.

Is EN52 RKK ULEZ compliant?

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

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