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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 120,416 miles on the clock, averaging 10,147 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 MA03 CRZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,071 |
| Average per year | 10,147 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MA03 CRZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MA03 CRZ
What car is MA03 CRZ?
MA03 CRZ is an white Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA03 CRZ?
The last recorded mileage for MA03 CRZ was 120,416 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA03 CRZ passed its MOT?
MA03 CRZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 14 Oct 2014.
Is MA03 CRZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA03 CRZ 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 MA03 CRZ?
MA03 CRZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.