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AP03 NWC

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 115,545 miles on the clock, averaging 6,395 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 AP03 NWC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,545
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,395

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,545 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,740
Average per year6,395
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 NWC 13k39k64k90k116k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,545 miles
Since last MOT+6,740 miles
PASS
Mileage108,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,721 miles
PASS
Mileage105,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,084 miles
Since last MOT+3,376 miles
PASS
Mileage101,708 miles
Since last MOT+5,908 miles
PASS
Mileage95,800 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,799 miles
Since last MOT+10,714 miles
PASS
Mileage85,085 miles
Since last MOT+285 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,800 miles
Since last MOT+14,797 miles
PASS
Mileage70,003 miles
Since last MOT+14,269 miles
PASS
Mileage55,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,734 miles
Since last MOT+10,786 miles
PASS
Mileage44,948 miles
Since last MOT+4,350 miles
PASS
Mileage40,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,108 miles
PASS
Mileage36,490 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
PASS
Mileage32,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,448 miles
Since last MOT+4,952 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,496 miles
Since last MOT+3,092 miles
PASS
Mileage24,404 miles
Since last MOT+3,990 miles
PASS
Mileage20,414 miles
Since last MOT+3,162 miles
PASS
Mileage17,252 miles
Since last MOT+4,257 miles
PASS
Mileage12,995 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

RegistrationAP03 NWC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 NWC

What car is AP03 NWC?

AP03 NWC is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP03 NWC?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 NWC was 115,545 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 NWC passed its MOT?

AP03 NWC has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2022.

Is AP03 NWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 NWC 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 AP03 NWC?

AP03 NWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.