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FH03 XCG

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 117,081 miles on the clock, averaging 7,129 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 FH03 XCG

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,129

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 reading117,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,047
Average per year7,129
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 XCG 41k60k79k98k117k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,081 miles
Since last MOT+5,047 miles
PASS
Mileage112,034 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,031 miles
Since last MOT+5,233 miles
PASS
Mileage106,798 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,792 miles
Since last MOT+4,124 miles
PASS
Mileage102,668 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,664 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage96,853 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,846 miles
Since last MOT+9,129 miles
PASS
Mileage87,717 miles
Since last MOT+6,941 miles
PASS
Mileage80,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,776 miles
Since last MOT+17,828 miles
PASS
Mileage62,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,359 miles
PASS
Mileage56,589 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,587 miles
Since last MOT+7,935 miles
PASS
Mileage48,652 miles
Since last MOT+7,418 miles
PASS
Mileage41,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,234 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 XCG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
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 XCG

What car is FH03 XCG?

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

What is the mileage of FH03 XCG?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 XCG was 117,081 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 XCG passed its MOT?

FH03 XCG has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2017.

Is FH03 XCG ULEZ compliant?

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

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