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SA53 WDV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 90,502 miles on the clock, averaging 8,191 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 WDV

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,502
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2007
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
8,191

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading90,502 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23
Average per year8,191
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA53 WDV 34k48k62k76k91k '07'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage90,502 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,479 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage86,334 miles
Since last MOT+131 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,203 miles
Since last MOT+3,869 miles
PASS
Mileage82,334 miles
Since last MOT+3,417 miles
PASS
Mileage78,917 miles
Since last MOT+9,992 miles
PASS
Mileage68,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,925 miles
Since last MOT+13,195 miles
PASS
Mileage55,730 miles
Since last MOT+21,904 miles
PASS
Mileage33,826 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 WDV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SA53 WDV

What car is SA53 WDV?

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

What is the mileage of SA53 WDV?

The last recorded mileage for SA53 WDV was 90,502 miles, recorded on 30 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA53 WDV passed its MOT?

SA53 WDV has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 30 May 2014.

Is SA53 WDV ULEZ compliant?

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

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