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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 92,001 miles on the clock, averaging 5,457 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 EB53 JJB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,457 |
| 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 | EB53 JJB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EB — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EB53 JJB
What car is EB53 JJB?
EB53 JJB is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EB53 JJB?
The last recorded mileage for EB53 JJB was 92,001 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EB53 JJB passed its MOT?
EB53 JJB has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.
Is EB53 JJB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EB53 JJB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EB53 JJB?
EB53 JJB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.