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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 154,542 miles on the clock, averaging 17,424 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 AO53 CEN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 154,542 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,605 |
| Average per year | 17,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AO53 CEN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AO53 CEN
What car is AO53 CEN?
AO53 CEN is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 CEN?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 CEN was 154,542 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 CEN passed its MOT?
AO53 CEN has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Sep 2012.
Is AO53 CEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 CEN 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 AO53 CEN?
AO53 CEN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.