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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 123,010 miles on the clock, averaging 10,189 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for FC03 JXK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,010 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,230 |
| Average per year | 10,189 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FC03 JXK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FC — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FC03 JXK
What car is FC03 JXK?
FC03 JXK is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FC03 JXK?
The last recorded mileage for FC03 JXK was 123,010 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FC03 JXK passed its MOT?
FC03 JXK has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2016.
Is FC03 JXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FC03 JXK 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 FC03 JXK?
FC03 JXK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.