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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 97,375 miles on the clock, averaging 6,152 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 EF53 ORJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,375 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 6,152 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EF53 ORJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 ORJ
What car is EF53 ORJ?
EF53 ORJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 ORJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 ORJ was 97,375 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 ORJ passed its MOT?
EF53 ORJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2020.
Is EF53 ORJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 ORJ 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 EF53 ORJ?
EF53 ORJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.