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AX03 SRZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 68,552 miles on the clock, averaging 8,688 miles per year, around 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 SRZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,552
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,688

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading68,552 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,848
Average per year8,688
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AX03 SRZ 7k23k38k53k69k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,552 miles
Since last MOT+6,848 miles
PASS
Mileage61,704 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,703 miles
Since last MOT+10,493 miles
PASS
Mileage51,210 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,208 miles
Since last MOT+9,702 miles
PASS
Mileage41,506 miles
Since last MOT+118 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,388 miles
Since last MOT+9,139 miles
PASS
Mileage32,249 miles
Since last MOT+9,046 miles
PASS
Mileage23,203 miles
Since last MOT+15,855 miles
PASS
Mileage7,348 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 SRZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 SRZ

What car is AX03 SRZ?

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

What is the mileage of AX03 SRZ?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 SRZ was 68,552 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 SRZ passed its MOT?

AX03 SRZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2013.

Is AX03 SRZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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