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AX03 FEV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 160,793 miles on the clock, averaging 15,530 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 AX03 FEV

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,793
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
15,530

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,793 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,075
Average per year15,530
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AX03 FEV 52k79k107k134k161k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,793 miles
Since last MOT+11,075 miles
PASS
Mileage149,718 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,718 miles
Since last MOT+10,557 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,161 miles
Since last MOT+11,874 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,287 miles
Since last MOT+17,172 miles
PASS
Mileage110,115 miles
Since last MOT+21,667 miles
PASS
Mileage88,448 miles
Since last MOT+17,715 miles
PASS
Mileage70,733 miles
Since last MOT+18,415 miles
PASS
Mileage52,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,318 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

RegistrationAX03 FEV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 FEV

What car is AX03 FEV?

AX03 FEV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX03 FEV?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 FEV was 160,793 miles, recorded on 13 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 FEV passed its MOT?

AX03 FEV has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2013.

Is AX03 FEV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 FEV 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 AX03 FEV?

AX03 FEV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.