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EO53 UXH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 59,262 miles on the clock, averaging 6,140 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 EO53 UXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,262
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,140

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading59,262 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,778
Average per year6,140
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 UXH 28k36k44k52k59k '06'11'08

Check EO53 UXH

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,262 miles
Since last MOT+7,778 miles
PASS
Mileage51,484 miles
Since last MOT+5,391 miles
PASS
Mileage46,093 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage39,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,749 miles
PASS
Mileage34,621 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,621 miles
Since last MOT+6,220 miles
PASS
Mileage28,401 miles

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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

RegistrationEO53 UXH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 UXH

What car is EO53 UXH?

EO53 UXH is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO53 UXH?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 UXH was 59,262 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 UXH passed its MOT?

EO53 UXH has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2011.

Is EO53 UXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 UXH 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 EO53 UXH?

EO53 UXH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.