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CW03 HLH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Bangor, Cymru (Wales) · 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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 85,089 miles on the clock, averaging 4,717 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 CW03 HLH

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,089
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,717

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

Low mileage
Latest reading85,089 miles
Reading date
Miles last year127
Average per year4,717
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CW03 HLH 47k56k66k75k85k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,089 miles
Since last MOT+127 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,962 miles
Since last MOT+4,228 miles
PASS
Mileage80,734 miles
Since last MOT+4,692 miles
PASS
Mileage76,042 miles
Since last MOT+5,254 miles
PASS
Mileage70,788 miles
Since last MOT+4,672 miles
PASS
Mileage66,116 miles
Since last MOT+4,017 miles
PASS
Mileage62,099 miles
Since last MOT+5,445 miles
PASS
Mileage56,654 miles
Since last MOT+5,659 miles
PASS
Mileage50,995 miles
Since last MOT+4,446 miles
PASS
Mileage46,549 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

RegistrationCW03 HLH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCW — Bangor, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CW03 HLH

What car is CW03 HLH?

CW03 HLH is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bangor in 2003.

What is the mileage of CW03 HLH?

The last recorded mileage for CW03 HLH was 85,089 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CW03 HLH passed its MOT?

CW03 HLH has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Sep 2014.

Is CW03 HLH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CW03 HLH 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 CW03 HLH?

CW03 HLH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.