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WL53 FEU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Truro, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 194,452 miles on the clock, averaging 11,318 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WL53 FEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
194,452
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,318

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading194,452 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year11,318
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL53 FEU 35k75k115k155k194k '06'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage194,452 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage194,449 miles
Since last MOT+22,220 miles
PASS
Mileage172,229 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,219 miles
Since last MOT+17,738 miles
PASS
Mileage154,481 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,472 miles
Since last MOT+19,449 miles
PASS
Mileage135,023 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,023 miles
Since last MOT+19,193 miles
PASS
Mileage115,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,830 miles
Since last MOT+14,767 miles
PASS
Mileage101,063 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,060 miles
Since last MOT+2,979 miles
PASS
Mileage98,081 miles
Since last MOT+4,696 miles
PASS
Mileage93,385 miles
Since last MOT+8,453 miles
PASS
Mileage84,932 miles
Since last MOT+12,568 miles
PASS
Mileage72,364 miles
Since last MOT+12,309 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,055 miles
Since last MOT+10,426 miles
PASS
Mileage49,629 miles
Since last MOT+6,473 miles
PASS
Mileage43,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage35,359 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

RegistrationWL53 FEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 FEU

What car is WL53 FEU?

WL53 FEU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL53 FEU?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 FEU was 194,452 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 FEU passed its MOT?

WL53 FEU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2020.

Is WL53 FEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 FEU 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 WL53 FEU?

WL53 FEU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.