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FM03 CZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 5 (38% pass rate). It has 99,648 miles on the clock, averaging 14,160 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 FM03 CZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,648
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
38%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
14,160

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 reading99,648 miles
Reading date
Miles last year27,760
Average per year14,160
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM03 CZL 46k59k73k86k100k '06'10'08

Check FM03 CZL

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage99,648 miles
Since last MOT+27,760 miles
PASS
Mileage71,888 miles
Since last MOT+534 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,354 miles
Since last MOT+7,322 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,032 miles
Since last MOT+384 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,648 miles
Since last MOT+16,367 miles
PASS
Mileage47,281 miles
Since last MOT+1,520 miles
PASS
Mileage45,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,761 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

RegistrationFM03 CZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FM03 CZL

What car is FM03 CZL?

FM03 CZL is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM03 CZL?

The last recorded mileage for FM03 CZL was 99,648 miles, recorded on 18 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM03 CZL passed its MOT?

FM03 CZL has had 8 MOT tests with a 38% pass rate (3 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 18 May 2010.

Is FM03 CZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 CZL 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 FM03 CZL?

FM03 CZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.