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AV03 JXY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 14 (58% pass rate). It has 68,397 miles on the clock, averaging 2,426 miles per year, well 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 AV03 JXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,397
Last Mileage
Recorded
33
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 14 failed

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

14

MOT failures recorded

Out of 33 tests on record
2,426

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,397 miles
Reading date
Miles last year598
Average per year2,426
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV03 JXY 20k32k44k56k68k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 33 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage68,397 miles
Since last MOT+598 miles
PASS
Mileage67,799 miles
Since last MOT+851 miles
PASS
Mileage66,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,948 miles
Since last MOT+707 miles
PASS
Mileage66,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,241 miles
Since last MOT+855 miles
PASS
Mileage65,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,386 miles
Since last MOT+310 miles
PASS
Mileage65,076 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,075 miles
Since last MOT+143 miles
PASS
Mileage64,932 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,931 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
PASS
Mileage64,656 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,654 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
PASS
Mileage64,610 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
PASS
Mileage64,552 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,552 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
PASS
Mileage64,464 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,464 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
PASS
Mileage64,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,360 miles
Since last MOT+395 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,965 miles
Since last MOT+527 miles
PASS
Mileage63,438 miles
Since last MOT+685 miles
PASS
Mileage62,753 miles
Since last MOT+3,650 miles
PASS
Mileage59,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,103 miles
Since last MOT+9,515 miles
PASS
Mileage49,588 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,588 miles
Since last MOT+8,712 miles
PASS
Mileage40,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,729 miles
PASS
Mileage33,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,147 miles
Since last MOT+7,604 miles
PASS
Mileage25,543 miles
Since last MOT+5,539 miles
PASS
Mileage20,004 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

RegistrationAV03 JXY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AV03 JXY

What car is AV03 JXY?

AV03 JXY is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AV03 JXY?

The last recorded mileage for AV03 JXY was 68,397 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV03 JXY passed its MOT?

AV03 JXY has had 33 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (19 passes, 14 failures). It last was tested on 7 May 2026.

Is AV03 JXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV03 JXY 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 AV03 JXY?

AV03 JXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.