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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 140,321 miles on the clock, averaging 8,428 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for EF57 MDX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,428 |
| 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 | EF57 MDX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EF57 MDX
What car is EF57 MDX?
EF57 MDX is an black Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EF57 MDX?
The last recorded mileage for EF57 MDX was 140,321 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF57 MDX passed its MOT?
EF57 MDX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2025.
How old is EF57 MDX?
EF57 MDX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.