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MW03 WZF

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 137,423 miles on the clock, averaging 7,195 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 MW03 WZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,423
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,195

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 reading137,423 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,195
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MW03 WZF 56k76k97k117k137k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,423 miles
Since last MOT+11,017 miles
PASS
Mileage126,406 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,383 miles
Since last MOT+6,812 miles
PASS
Mileage119,571 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,571 miles
Since last MOT+12,601 miles
PASS
Mileage106,970 miles
Since last MOT+15,117 miles
PASS
Mileage91,853 miles
Since last MOT+5,996 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,857 miles
Since last MOT+3,380 miles
PASS
Mileage82,477 miles
Since last MOT+3,497 miles
PASS
Mileage78,980 miles
Since last MOT+3,396 miles
PASS
Mileage75,584 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,584 miles
Since last MOT+3,761 miles
PASS
Mileage71,823 miles
Since last MOT+5,394 miles
PASS
Mileage66,429 miles
Since last MOT+10,526 miles
PASS
Mileage55,903 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

RegistrationMW03 WZF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MW03 WZF

What car is MW03 WZF?

MW03 WZF is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MW03 WZF?

The last recorded mileage for MW03 WZF was 137,423 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW03 WZF passed its MOT?

MW03 WZF has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2018.

Is MW03 WZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW03 WZF 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 MW03 WZF?

MW03 WZF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.