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EF03 OKX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 76,135 miles on the clock, averaging 5,154 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 EF03 OKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,135
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,154

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading76,135 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,154
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF03 OKX 17k32k47k61k76k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,135 miles
Since last MOT+2,073 miles
PASS
Mileage74,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,062 miles
Since last MOT+1,594 miles
PASS
Mileage72,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,468 miles
Since last MOT+1,889 miles
PASS
Mileage70,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,579 miles
Since last MOT+3,837 miles
PASS
Mileage66,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,742 miles
Since last MOT+11,951 miles
PASS
Mileage54,791 miles
Since last MOT+8,853 miles
PASS
Mileage45,938 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,937 miles
Since last MOT+5,624 miles
PASS
Mileage40,313 miles
Since last MOT+6,689 miles
PASS
Mileage33,624 miles
Since last MOT+4,464 miles
PASS
Mileage29,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,207 miles
PASS
Mileage23,953 miles
Since last MOT+6,516 miles
PASS
Mileage17,437 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

RegistrationEF03 OKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EF03 OKX

What car is EF03 OKX?

EF03 OKX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EF03 OKX?

The last recorded mileage for EF03 OKX was 76,135 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF03 OKX passed its MOT?

EF03 OKX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2017.

Is EF03 OKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 OKX 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 EF03 OKX?

EF03 OKX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.