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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 191,629 miles on the clock, averaging 23,760 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for FP53 HSZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,629 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,556 |
| Average per year | 23,760 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FP53 HSZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FP53 HSZ
What car is FP53 HSZ?
FP53 HSZ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 HSZ?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 HSZ was 191,629 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 HSZ passed its MOT?
FP53 HSZ has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2012.
How old is FP53 HSZ?
FP53 HSZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.