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FA52 FNK

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 85,088 miles on the clock, averaging 8,233 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 FA52 FNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,088
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,233

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 reading85,088 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,033
Average per year8,233
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FA52 FNK 41k52k63k74k85k '06'11'09

Check FA52 FNK

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,088 miles
Since last MOT+3,033 miles
PASS
Mileage82,055 miles
Since last MOT+1,790 miles
PASS
Mileage80,265 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,263 miles
Since last MOT+8,237 miles
PASS
Mileage72,026 miles
Since last MOT+13,195 miles
PASS
Mileage58,831 miles
Since last MOT+7,218 miles
PASS
Mileage51,613 miles
Since last MOT+10,979 miles
PASS
Mileage40,634 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

RegistrationFA52 FNK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FA52 FNK

What car is FA52 FNK?

FA52 FNK is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FA52 FNK?

The last recorded mileage for FA52 FNK was 85,088 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA52 FNK passed its MOT?

FA52 FNK has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jul 2011.

Is FA52 FNK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA52 FNK 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 FA52 FNK?

FA52 FNK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.