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CE03 SRY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 85,976 miles on the clock, averaging 6,140 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 CE03 SRY

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,976
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,140

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading85,976 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,140
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CE03 SRY 43k53k64k75k86k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,976 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,975 miles
Since last MOT+4,716 miles
PASS
Mileage81,259 miles
Since last MOT+7,040 miles
PASS
Mileage74,219 miles
Since last MOT+5,698 miles
PASS
Mileage68,521 miles
Since last MOT+5,135 miles
PASS
Mileage63,386 miles
Since last MOT+162 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,224 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage55,580 miles
Since last MOT+9,776 miles
PASS
Mileage45,804 miles
Since last MOT+3,149 miles
PASS
Mileage42,655 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

RegistrationCE03 SRY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CE03 SRY

What car is CE03 SRY?

CE03 SRY is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CE03 SRY?

The last recorded mileage for CE03 SRY was 85,976 miles, recorded on 30 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE03 SRY passed its MOT?

CE03 SRY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2013.

Is CE03 SRY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE03 SRY 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 CE03 SRY?

CE03 SRY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.