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KM52 TXN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 119,507 miles on the clock, averaging 10,345 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 KM52 TXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,507
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
10,345

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading119,507 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,345
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 TXN 35k56k77k98k120k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,279 miles
PASS
Mileage113,228 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,227 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,152 miles
Since last MOT+11,123 miles
PASS
Mileage102,029 miles
Since last MOT+9,743 miles
PASS
Mileage92,286 miles
Since last MOT+222 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,064 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage67,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,962 miles
Since last MOT+16,261 miles
PASS
Mileage51,701 miles
Since last MOT+2,054 miles
PASS
Mileage49,647 miles
Since last MOT+14,705 miles
PASS
Mileage34,942 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

RegistrationKM52 TXN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 TXN

What car is KM52 TXN?

KM52 TXN is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM52 TXN?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 TXN was 119,507 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 TXN passed its MOT?

KM52 TXN has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2014.

Is KM52 TXN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 TXN 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 KM52 TXN?

KM52 TXN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.