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FH03 EDR

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 198,484 miles on the clock, averaging 12,927 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 FH03 EDR

MOT Status
Due date passed
198,484
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
12,927

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading198,484 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,927
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 EDR 60k95k129k164k198k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage198,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,484 miles
Since last MOT+21,469 miles
PASS
Mileage177,015 miles
Since last MOT+11,966 miles
PASS
Mileage165,049 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,049 miles
Since last MOT+14,949 miles
PASS
Mileage150,100 miles
Since last MOT+879 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,221 miles
Since last MOT+14,055 miles
PASS
Mileage135,166 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,166 miles
Since last MOT+10,787 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,379 miles
Since last MOT+12,418 miles
PASS
Mileage111,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,961 miles
Since last MOT+6,904 miles
PASS
Mileage105,057 miles
Since last MOT+8,077 miles
PASS
Mileage96,980 miles
Since last MOT+22,696 miles
PASS
Mileage74,284 miles
Since last MOT+14,144 miles
PASS
Mileage60,140 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

RegistrationFH03 EDR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FH03 EDR

What car is FH03 EDR?

FH03 EDR is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH03 EDR?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 EDR was 198,484 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 EDR passed its MOT?

FH03 EDR has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2017.

Is FH03 EDR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 EDR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FH03 EDR?

FH03 EDR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.