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CV03 TEU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 131,908 miles on the clock, averaging 8,206 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 CV03 TEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,206

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading131,908 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year8,206
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CV03 TEU 28k54k80k106k132k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,908 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,896 miles
Since last MOT+12,917 miles
PASS
Mileage118,979 miles
Since last MOT+8,789 miles
PASS
Mileage110,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,822 miles
PASS
Mileage96,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,368 miles
Since last MOT+13,228 miles
PASS
Mileage83,140 miles
Since last MOT+7,878 miles
PASS
Mileage75,262 miles
Since last MOT+3,556 miles
PASS
Mileage71,706 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,678 miles
Since last MOT+9,504 miles
PASS
Mileage62,174 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage57,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,280 miles
Since last MOT+5,120 miles
PASS
Mileage52,160 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,160 miles
Since last MOT+6,764 miles
PASS
Mileage45,396 miles
Since last MOT+8,979 miles
PASS
Mileage36,417 miles
Since last MOT+190 miles
PASS
Mileage36,227 miles
Since last MOT+7,796 miles
PASS
Mileage28,431 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 TEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CV03 TEU

What car is CV03 TEU?

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

What is the mileage of CV03 TEU?

The last recorded mileage for CV03 TEU was 131,908 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV03 TEU passed its MOT?

CV03 TEU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2018.

Is CV03 TEU ULEZ compliant?

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

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