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CV03 MHX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 75,222 miles on the clock, averaging 3,039 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 CV03 MHX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
75,222
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,039

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,222 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,039
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV03 MHX 14k29k44k60k75k '06'26'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,222 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,220 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
PASS
Mileage75,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,174 miles
Since last MOT+151 miles
PASS
Mileage75,023 miles
Since last MOT+202 miles
PASS
Mileage74,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,821 miles
Since last MOT+272 miles
PASS
Mileage74,549 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,546 miles
Since last MOT+470 miles
PASS
Mileage74,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,076 miles
Since last MOT+771 miles
PASS
Mileage73,305 miles
Since last MOT+4,153 miles
PASS
Mileage69,152 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,799 miles
PASS
Mileage64,353 miles
Since last MOT+71 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,282 miles
Since last MOT+5,931 miles
PASS
Mileage58,351 miles
Since last MOT+6,059 miles
PASS
Mileage52,292 miles
Since last MOT+5,384 miles
PASS
Mileage46,908 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage40,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,979 miles
Since last MOT+10,196 miles
PASS
Mileage30,783 miles
Since last MOT+14,633 miles
PASS
Mileage16,150 miles
Since last MOT+2,633 miles
PASS
Mileage13,517 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

RegistrationCV03 MHX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CV03 MHX

What car is CV03 MHX?

CV03 MHX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV03 MHX?

The last recorded mileage for CV03 MHX was 75,222 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV03 MHX passed its MOT?

CV03 MHX has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.

Is CV03 MHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV03 MHX 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 CV03 MHX?

CV03 MHX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.