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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 18,570 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for OY03 FUW
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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 | OY03 FUW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OY03 FUW
What car is OY03 FUW?
OY03 FUW is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY03 FUW?
The last recorded mileage for OY03 FUW was 18,570 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY03 FUW passed its MOT?
OY03 FUW has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2006.
Is OY03 FUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 FUW 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 OY03 FUW?
OY03 FUW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.