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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 82,530 miles on the clock, averaging 6,804 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 YP53 FEO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,530 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 51 |
| Average per year | 6,804 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YP53 FEO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YP53 FEO
What car is YP53 FEO?
YP53 FEO is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YP53 FEO?
The last recorded mileage for YP53 FEO was 82,530 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP53 FEO passed its MOT?
YP53 FEO has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2013.
Is YP53 FEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP53 FEO 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 YP53 FEO?
YP53 FEO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.