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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 100,231 miles on the clock, averaging 11,706 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 OV03 WXK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 100,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,748 |
| Average per year | 11,706 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | OV03 WXK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OV03 WXK
What car is OV03 WXK?
OV03 WXK is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV03 WXK?
The last recorded mileage for OV03 WXK was 100,231 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV03 WXK passed its MOT?
OV03 WXK has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2012.
Is OV03 WXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV03 WXK 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 OV03 WXK?
OV03 WXK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.