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FP53 NNX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 106,500 miles on the clock, averaging 6,025 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 FP53 NNX

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,500
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,025

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,500 miles
Reading date
Miles last year794
Average per year6,025
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP53 NNX 60k72k83k95k107k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage106,500 miles
Since last MOT+794 miles
PASS
Mileage105,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,681 miles
PASS
Mileage102,025 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,024 miles
Since last MOT+9,351 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,673 miles
Since last MOT+7,600 miles
PASS
Mileage85,073 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,072 miles
Since last MOT+7,375 miles
PASS
Mileage77,697 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage70,365 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,364 miles
Since last MOT+10,297 miles
PASS
Mileage60,067 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

RegistrationFP53 NNX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FP53 NNX

What car is FP53 NNX?

FP53 NNX is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FP53 NNX?

The last recorded mileage for FP53 NNX was 106,500 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP53 NNX passed its MOT?

FP53 NNX has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 12 Sep 2014.

Is FP53 NNX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 NNX 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 FP53 NNX?

FP53 NNX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.