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DG03 WSU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 82,944 miles on the clock, averaging 7,098 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 DG03 WSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,944
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,098

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 reading82,944 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,098
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DG03 WSU 20k36k51k67k83k '06'15'11

Check DG03 WSU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,944 miles
Since last MOT+6,535 miles
PASS
Mileage76,409 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,401 miles
Since last MOT+6,101 miles
PASS
Mileage70,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,300 miles
Since last MOT+4,816 miles
PASS
Mileage65,484 miles
Since last MOT+8,241 miles
PASS
Mileage57,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,639 miles
PASS
Mileage49,604 miles
Since last MOT+8,035 miles
PASS
Mileage41,569 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,569 miles
Since last MOT+8,699 miles
PASS
Mileage32,870 miles
Since last MOT+6,384 miles
PASS
Mileage26,486 miles
Since last MOT+6,606 miles
PASS
Mileage19,880 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

RegistrationDG03 WSU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DG03 WSU

What car is DG03 WSU?

DG03 WSU is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DG03 WSU?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 WSU was 82,944 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 WSU passed its MOT?

DG03 WSU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2015.

Is DG03 WSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 WSU 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 DG03 WSU?

DG03 WSU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.