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ML03 JUH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 93,561 miles on the clock, averaging 7,082 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 ML03 JUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,561
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,082

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,561 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,082
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ML03 JUH 23k41k58k76k94k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,561 miles
Since last MOT+11,497 miles
PASS
Mileage82,064 miles
Since last MOT+9,610 miles
PASS
Mileage72,454 miles
Since last MOT+9,293 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,161 miles
Since last MOT+5,581 miles
PASS
Mileage57,580 miles
Since last MOT+5,451 miles
PASS
Mileage52,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,838 miles
PASS
Mileage46,291 miles
Since last MOT+5,629 miles
PASS
Mileage40,662 miles
Since last MOT+5,358 miles
PASS
Mileage35,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,518 miles
PASS
Mileage29,786 miles
Since last MOT+6,478 miles
PASS
Mileage23,308 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

RegistrationML03 JUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About ML03 JUH

What car is ML03 JUH?

ML03 JUH is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of ML03 JUH?

The last recorded mileage for ML03 JUH was 93,561 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML03 JUH passed its MOT?

ML03 JUH has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2016.

Is ML03 JUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML03 JUH 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 ML03 JUH?

ML03 JUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.