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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 126,775 miles on the clock, averaging 7,612 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 FE53 WTT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,775 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 89 |
| Average per year | 7,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FE53 WTT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FE53 WTT
What car is FE53 WTT?
FE53 WTT is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 WTT?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 WTT was 126,775 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 WTT passed its MOT?
FE53 WTT has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2015.
Is FE53 WTT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 WTT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FE53 WTT?
FE53 WTT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.