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MT03 FSS

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1995cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1995cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 115,074 miles on the clock, averaging 8,933 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for MT03 FSS

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,074
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,933

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,074 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,933
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT03 FSS 58k72k86k101k115k '06'12'09

Check MT03 FSS

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,074 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,074 miles
Since last MOT+7,277 miles
PASS
Mileage107,797 miles
Since last MOT+5,887 miles
PASS
Mileage101,910 miles
Since last MOT+5,946 miles
PASS
Mileage95,964 miles
Since last MOT+6,319 miles
PASS
Mileage89,645 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,645 miles
Since last MOT+8,022 miles
PASS
Mileage81,623 miles
Since last MOT+23,955 miles
PASS
Mileage57,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,668 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

RegistrationMT03 FSS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MT03 FSS

What car is MT03 FSS?

MT03 FSS is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MT03 FSS?

The last recorded mileage for MT03 FSS was 115,074 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT03 FSS passed its MOT?

MT03 FSS has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2012.

Is MT03 FSS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT03 FSS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MT03 FSS?

MT03 FSS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.