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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 87,197 miles on the clock, averaging 8,820 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 PJ53 DND
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 87,197 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,849 |
| Average per year | 8,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | PJ53 DND |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 DND
What car is PJ53 DND?
PJ53 DND is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 DND?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 DND was 87,197 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 DND passed its MOT?
PJ53 DND has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Aug 2011.
Is PJ53 DND ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 DND 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 PJ53 DND?
PJ53 DND is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.