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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 91,772 miles on the clock, averaging 6,706 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 SB53 WLD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,831 |
| Average per year | 6,706 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SB53 WLD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 WLD
What car is SB53 WLD?
SB53 WLD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SB53 WLD?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 WLD was 91,772 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 WLD passed its MOT?
SB53 WLD has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2016.
Is SB53 WLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 WLD 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 SB53 WLD?
SB53 WLD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.