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LB53 GNO

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 90,888 miles on the clock, averaging 5,184 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 LB53 GNO

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,888
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,184

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,888 miles
Reading date
Miles last year801
Average per year5,184
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB53 GNO 35k49k63k77k91k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,888 miles
Since last MOT+801 miles
PASS
Mileage90,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,087 miles
Since last MOT+7,146 miles
PASS
Mileage82,941 miles
Since last MOT+1,342 miles
PASS
Mileage81,599 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,515 miles
PASS
Mileage77,081 miles
Since last MOT+10,582 miles
PASS
Mileage66,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,499 miles
Since last MOT+8,672 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,827 miles
Since last MOT+3,424 miles
PASS
Mileage54,403 miles
Since last MOT+3,822 miles
PASS
Mileage50,581 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,581 miles
Since last MOT+5,480 miles
PASS
Mileage45,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,101 miles
Since last MOT+7,959 miles
PASS
Mileage37,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
PASS
Mileage35,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,110 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

RegistrationLB53 GNO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LB53 GNO

What car is LB53 GNO?

LB53 GNO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB53 GNO?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 GNO was 90,888 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 GNO passed its MOT?

LB53 GNO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.

Is LB53 GNO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 GNO 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 LB53 GNO?

LB53 GNO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.