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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 89,864 miles on the clock, averaging 6,028 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 KW52 JXJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,028 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | KW52 JXJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KW52 JXJ
What car is KW52 JXJ?
KW52 JXJ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KW52 JXJ?
The last recorded mileage for KW52 JXJ was 89,864 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW52 JXJ passed its MOT?
KW52 JXJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2017.
Is KW52 JXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW52 JXJ 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 KW52 JXJ?
KW52 JXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.