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LX53 POH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Sidcup, London · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 94,273 miles on the clock, averaging 6,970 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 LX53 POH

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,273
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,970

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 reading94,273 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,107
Average per year6,970
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 POH 20k38k57k76k94k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,273 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage87,166 miles
Since last MOT+8,477 miles
PASS
Mileage78,689 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,687 miles
Since last MOT+5,154 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,533 miles
Since last MOT+4,808 miles
PASS
Mileage68,725 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,720 miles
Since last MOT+14,966 miles
PASS
Mileage53,754 miles
Since last MOT+178 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,576 miles
Since last MOT+484 miles
PASS
Mileage53,092 miles
Since last MOT+513 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,579 miles
Since last MOT+13,634 miles
PASS
Mileage38,945 miles
Since last MOT+734 miles
PASS
Mileage38,211 miles
Since last MOT+7,515 miles
PASS
Mileage30,696 miles
Since last MOT+5,752 miles
PASS
Mileage24,944 miles
Since last MOT+5,110 miles
PASS
Mileage19,834 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

RegistrationLX53 POH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 POH

What car is LX53 POH?

LX53 POH is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX53 POH?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 POH was 94,273 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 POH passed its MOT?

LX53 POH has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2017.

Is LX53 POH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 POH 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 LX53 POH?

LX53 POH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.