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PJ03 WGU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 1796cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 112,554 miles on the clock, averaging 12,216 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 PJ03 WGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,554
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
12,216

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading112,554 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,216
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ03 WGU 53k68k83k98k113k '06'11'08

Check PJ03 WGU

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,554 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,554 miles
Since last MOT+10,097 miles
PASS
Mileage102,457 miles
Since last MOT+9,395 miles
PASS
Mileage93,062 miles
Since last MOT+16,541 miles
PASS
Mileage76,521 miles
Since last MOT+16,793 miles
PASS
Mileage59,728 miles
Since last MOT+6,646 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,082 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 WGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 WGU

What car is PJ03 WGU?

PJ03 WGU is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 WGU?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 WGU was 112,554 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 WGU passed its MOT?

PJ03 WGU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2011.

Is PJ03 WGU ULEZ compliant?

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

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