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FH03 FUU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for FH03 FUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
18,486

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading202,281 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,018
Average per year18,486
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 FUU 98k124k150k176k202k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
PASS
Mileage202,281 miles
Since last MOT+18,018 miles
PASS
Mileage184,263 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage184,263 miles
Since last MOT+41,831 miles
PASS
Mileage142,432 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,432 miles
Since last MOT+15,161 miles
PASS
Mileage127,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,751 miles
PASS
Mileage123,520 miles
Since last MOT+25,206 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,314 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 FUU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FH03 FUU

What car is FH03 FUU?

FH03 FUU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

Has FH03 FUU passed its MOT?

FH03 FUU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2013.

Is FH03 FUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 FUU 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 FH03 FUU?

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