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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 114,698 miles on the clock, averaging 5,704 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 SM53 EXK
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,444 |
| Average per year | 5,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SM53 EXK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 EXK
What car is SM53 EXK?
SM53 EXK is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM53 EXK?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 EXK was 114,698 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 EXK passed its MOT?
SM53 EXK has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 3 Jun 2020.
Is SM53 EXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 EXK 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 SM53 EXK?
SM53 EXK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.