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PJ03 WEW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 74,551 miles on the clock, averaging 3,199 miles per year, well 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 PJ03 WEW

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,551
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
3,199

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,551 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year3,199
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 WEW 16k31k46k60k75k '06'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,551 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,546 miles
Since last MOT+558 miles
PASS
Mileage73,988 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,988 miles
Since last MOT+311 miles
PASS
Mileage73,677 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,677 miles
Since last MOT+1,536 miles
PASS
Mileage72,141 miles
Since last MOT+1,420 miles
PASS
Mileage70,721 miles
Since last MOT+2,070 miles
PASS
Mileage68,651 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,640 miles
Since last MOT+1,943 miles
PASS
Mileage66,697 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,697 miles
Since last MOT+1,783 miles
PASS
Mileage64,914 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,908 miles
Since last MOT+3,323 miles
PASS
Mileage61,585 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,585 miles
Since last MOT+3,868 miles
PASS
Mileage57,717 miles
Since last MOT+4,212 miles
PASS
Mileage53,505 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,492 miles
Since last MOT+2,284 miles
PASS
Mileage51,208 miles
Since last MOT+2,244 miles
PASS
Mileage48,964 miles
Since last MOT+2,892 miles
PASS
Mileage46,072 miles
Since last MOT+3,999 miles
PASS
Mileage42,073 miles
Since last MOT+5,617 miles
PASS
Mileage36,456 miles
Since last MOT+6,369 miles
PASS
Mileage30,087 miles
Since last MOT+7,105 miles
PASS
Mileage22,982 miles
Since last MOT+6,501 miles
PASS
Mileage16,481 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

RegistrationPJ03 WEW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 WEW

What car is PJ03 WEW?

PJ03 WEW is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 WEW?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 WEW was 74,551 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 WEW passed its MOT?

PJ03 WEW has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2024.

Is PJ03 WEW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 WEW 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 PJ03 WEW?

PJ03 WEW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.