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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AV03 VGX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,922 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,056 |
| Average per year | 6,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AV03 VGX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AV03 VGX
What car is AV03 VGX?
AV03 VGX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
Has AV03 VGX passed its MOT?
AV03 VGX has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jan 2019.
Is AV03 VGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV03 VGX 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 VGX?
AV03 VGX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.