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WG53 JHA

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 13 (57% pass rate). It has 121,441 miles on the clock, averaging 5,757 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 WG53 JHA

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,441
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
5,757

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,441 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,757
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG53 JHA 23k48k72k97k121k '07'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,074 miles
PASS
Mileage119,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,367 miles
Since last MOT+2,118 miles
PASS
Mileage117,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,249 miles
Since last MOT+2,204 miles
PASS
Mileage115,045 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,044 miles
Since last MOT+359 miles
PASS
Mileage114,685 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,676 miles
Since last MOT+709 miles
PASS
Mileage113,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,967 miles
Since last MOT+1,926 miles
PASS
Mileage112,041 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,031 miles
Since last MOT+7,003 miles
PASS
Mileage105,028 miles
Since last MOT+14,157 miles
PASS
Mileage90,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,871 miles
Since last MOT+12,313 miles
PASS
Mileage78,558 miles
Since last MOT+12,802 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,756 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage60,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,928 miles
Since last MOT+1,338 miles
PASS
Mileage59,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,590 miles
Since last MOT+9,581 miles
PASS
Mileage50,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,009 miles
Since last MOT+6,527 miles
PASS
Mileage43,482 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,482 miles
Since last MOT+7,096 miles
PASS
Mileage36,386 miles
Since last MOT+5,459 miles
PASS
Mileage30,927 miles
Since last MOT+7,693 miles
PASS
Mileage23,234 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

RegistrationWG53 JHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WG53 JHA

What car is WG53 JHA?

WG53 JHA is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WG53 JHA?

The last recorded mileage for WG53 JHA was 121,441 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG53 JHA passed its MOT?

WG53 JHA has had 30 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (17 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2024.

Is WG53 JHA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 JHA 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 WG53 JHA?

WG53 JHA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.