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WL53 FNX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
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 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 144,074 miles on the clock, averaging 9,277 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 FNX

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,074
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,277

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading144,074 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,994
Average per year9,277
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL53 FNX 51k75k98k121k144k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage144,074 miles
Since last MOT+6,994 miles
PASS
Mileage137,080 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,077 miles
Since last MOT+10,138 miles
PASS
Mileage126,939 miles
Since last MOT+157 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,782 miles
Since last MOT+9,748 miles
PASS
Mileage117,034 miles
Since last MOT+7,294 miles
PASS
Mileage109,740 miles
Since last MOT+9,362 miles
PASS
Mileage100,378 miles
Since last MOT+7,858 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,520 miles
Since last MOT+4,303 miles
PASS
Mileage88,217 miles
Since last MOT+8,231 miles
PASS
Mileage79,986 miles
Since last MOT+14,315 miles
PASS
Mileage65,671 miles
Since last MOT+14,298 miles
PASS
Mileage51,373 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 FNX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 FNX

What car is WL53 FNX?

WL53 FNX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL53 FNX?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 FNX was 144,074 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 FNX passed its MOT?

WL53 FNX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 4 Nov 2016.

Is WL53 FNX ULEZ compliant?

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

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