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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 147,934 miles on the clock, averaging 10,145 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 EA53 LFW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,446 |
| Average per year | 10,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | EA53 LFW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EA53 LFW
What car is EA53 LFW?
EA53 LFW is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EA53 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for EA53 LFW was 147,934 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA53 LFW passed its MOT?
EA53 LFW has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2016.
Is EA53 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA53 LFW 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 EA53 LFW?
EA53 LFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.