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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 54,099 miles on the clock, averaging 10,291 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 FT53 ELU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 54,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 55 |
| Average per year | 10,291 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | FT53 ELU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FT53 ELU
What car is FT53 ELU?
FT53 ELU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FT53 ELU?
The last recorded mileage for FT53 ELU was 54,099 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT53 ELU passed its MOT?
FT53 ELU has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2010.
Is FT53 ELU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT53 ELU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FT53 ELU?
FT53 ELU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.