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MV03 UWU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 90,498 miles on the clock, averaging 6,286 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 MV03 UWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,498
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,286

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 reading90,498 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,286
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MV03 UWU 36k49k63k77k90k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,498 miles
Since last MOT+8,695 miles
PASS
Mileage81,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,803 miles
Since last MOT+6,251 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,552 miles
Since last MOT+4,551 miles
PASS
Mileage71,001 miles
Since last MOT+5,837 miles
PASS
Mileage65,164 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage62,106 miles
Since last MOT+7,930 miles
PASS
Mileage54,176 miles
Since last MOT+8,155 miles
PASS
Mileage46,021 miles
Since last MOT+8,370 miles
PASS
Mileage37,651 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
PASS
Mileage37,637 miles
Since last MOT+1,900 miles
PASS
Mileage35,737 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage35,737 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

RegistrationMV03 UWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MV03 UWU

What car is MV03 UWU?

MV03 UWU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MV03 UWU?

The last recorded mileage for MV03 UWU was 90,498 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MV03 UWU passed its MOT?

MV03 UWU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2014.

Is MV03 UWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV03 UWU 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 MV03 UWU?

MV03 UWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.