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AF03 OAM

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 185,783 miles on the clock, averaging 9,231 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 AF03 OAM

MOT Status
Due date passed
185,783
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,231

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading185,783 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,231
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF03 OAM 63k94k125k155k186k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage185,783 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage185,783 miles
Since last MOT+1,869 miles
PASS
Mileage183,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,262 miles
PASS
Mileage181,652 miles
Since last MOT+2,402 miles
PASS
Mileage179,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,740 miles
PASS
Mileage174,510 miles
Since last MOT+5,444 miles
PASS
Mileage169,066 miles
Since last MOT+5,387 miles
PASS
Mileage163,679 miles
Since last MOT+5,944 miles
PASS
Mileage157,735 miles
Since last MOT+6,483 miles
PASS
Mileage151,252 miles
Since last MOT+2,431 miles
PASS
Mileage148,821 miles
Since last MOT+7,538 miles
PASS
Mileage141,283 miles
Since last MOT+23,846 miles
PASS
Mileage117,437 miles
Since last MOT+25,572 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,865 miles
Since last MOT+28,480 miles
PASS
Mileage63,385 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

RegistrationAF03 OAM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AF03 OAM

What car is AF03 OAM?

AF03 OAM is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF03 OAM?

The last recorded mileage for AF03 OAM was 185,783 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF03 OAM passed its MOT?

AF03 OAM has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2019.

Is AF03 OAM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF03 OAM 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 AF03 OAM?

AF03 OAM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.