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SA53 JXB

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 64,172 miles on the clock, averaging 8,473 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 SA53 JXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,172
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,473

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading64,172 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,473
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA53 JXB 17k29k41k52k64k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,172 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,172 miles
Since last MOT+7,222 miles
PASS
Mileage56,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,950 miles
Since last MOT+7,381 miles
PASS
Mileage49,569 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,569 miles
Since last MOT+8,154 miles
PASS
Mileage41,415 miles
Since last MOT+12,597 miles
PASS
Mileage28,818 miles
Since last MOT+11,668 miles
PASS
Mileage17,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,150 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

RegistrationSA53 JXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SA53 JXB

What car is SA53 JXB?

SA53 JXB is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA53 JXB?

The last recorded mileage for SA53 JXB was 64,172 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA53 JXB passed its MOT?

SA53 JXB has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2012.

Is SA53 JXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 JXB 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 SA53 JXB?

SA53 JXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.