2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · LW53 LGX
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 27 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 129,912 miles. MOT expired on 13 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,912 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LW53 LGX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2025
- 129,912 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW53 LGX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (LW53 LGX) between June 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
LW53 LGX Mileage History
- 07/06/2022101,038 mi
- 28/11/2023117,967 mi+16,929 mi
- 06/12/2023118,033 mi+66 mi
- 11/04/2025129,832 mi+11,799 mi
- 15/04/2025129,912 mi+80 mi
Average of roughly 10,110 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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