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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 101,516 miles on the clock, averaging 4,589 miles per year, well 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 SF53 ETC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,516 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,892 |
| Average per year | 4,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | SF53 ETC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SF53 ETC
What car is SF53 ETC?
SF53 ETC is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SF53 ETC?
The last recorded mileage for SF53 ETC was 101,516 miles, recorded on 25 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF53 ETC passed its MOT?
SF53 ETC has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 25 May 2023.
Is SF53 ETC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF53 ETC 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 SF53 ETC?
SF53 ETC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.