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FE03 UBL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 100,523 miles on the clock, averaging 6,198 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 FE03 UBL

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,523
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,198

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,523 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,198
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE03 UBL 33k50k67k84k101k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,523 miles
Since last MOT+2,806 miles
PASS
Mileage97,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,717 miles
Since last MOT+8,794 miles
PASS
Mileage88,923 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage77,919 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,915 miles
Since last MOT+214 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,701 miles
Since last MOT+8,341 miles
PASS
Mileage69,360 miles
Since last MOT+4,554 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,806 miles
Since last MOT+6,158 miles
PASS
Mileage58,648 miles
Since last MOT+4,472 miles
PASS
Mileage54,176 miles
Since last MOT+5,555 miles
PASS
Mileage48,621 miles
Since last MOT+7,364 miles
PASS
Mileage41,257 miles
Since last MOT+8,550 miles
PASS
Mileage32,707 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

RegistrationFE03 UBL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FE03 UBL

What car is FE03 UBL?

FE03 UBL is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FE03 UBL?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 UBL was 100,523 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 UBL passed its MOT?

FE03 UBL has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2017.

Is FE03 UBL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE03 UBL 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 FE03 UBL?

FE03 UBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.