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GU53 NZG

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 112,456 miles on the clock, averaging 8,647 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 GU53 NZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,456
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,647

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,456 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,012
Average per year8,647
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU53 NZG 26k48k69k91k112k '07'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,456 miles
Since last MOT+14,012 miles
PASS
Mileage98,444 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,444 miles
Since last MOT+15,055 miles
PASS
Mileage83,389 miles
Since last MOT+8,626 miles
PASS
Mileage74,763 miles
Since last MOT+6,687 miles
PASS
Mileage68,076 miles
Since last MOT+6,419 miles
PASS
Mileage61,657 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage53,884 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage46,958 miles
Since last MOT+7,112 miles
PASS
Mileage39,846 miles
Since last MOT+7,058 miles
PASS
Mileage32,788 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage25,902 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

RegistrationGU53 NZG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About GU53 NZG

What car is GU53 NZG?

GU53 NZG is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU53 NZG?

The last recorded mileage for GU53 NZG was 112,456 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU53 NZG passed its MOT?

GU53 NZG has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Feb 2017.

Is GU53 NZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 NZG 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 GU53 NZG?

GU53 NZG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.