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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 62,119 miles on the clock, averaging 7,272 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 CK53 YZA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 62,119 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,724 |
| Average per year | 7,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | CK53 YZA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CK — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CK53 YZA
What car is CK53 YZA?
CK53 YZA is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.
What is the mileage of CK53 YZA?
The last recorded mileage for CK53 YZA was 62,119 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CK53 YZA passed its MOT?
CK53 YZA has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Oct 2012.
Is CK53 YZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CK53 YZA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CK53 YZA?
CK53 YZA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.