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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 102,172 miles on the clock, averaging 7,307 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 NM53 BDZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,307 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | NM53 BDZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NM — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NM53 BDZ
What car is NM53 BDZ?
NM53 BDZ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NM53 BDZ?
The last recorded mileage for NM53 BDZ was 102,172 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NM53 BDZ passed its MOT?
NM53 BDZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2017.
Is NM53 BDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NM53 BDZ 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 NM53 BDZ?
NM53 BDZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.