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PK03 AGU

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 86,409 miles on the clock, averaging 8,701 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for PK03 AGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,409
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,701

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading86,409 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,411
Average per year8,701
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PK03 AGU 27k42k56k71k86k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,409 miles
Since last MOT+6,411 miles
PASS
Mileage79,998 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,996 miles
Since last MOT+5,697 miles
PASS
Mileage74,299 miles
Since last MOT+10,081 miles
PASS
Mileage64,218 miles
Since last MOT+329 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,889 miles
Since last MOT+10,623 miles
PASS
Mileage53,266 miles
Since last MOT+11,697 miles
PASS
Mileage41,569 miles
Since last MOT+10,041 miles
PASS
Mileage31,528 miles
Since last MOT+4,974 miles
PASS
Mileage26,554 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

RegistrationPK03 AGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PK03 AGU

What car is PK03 AGU?

PK03 AGU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PK03 AGU?

The last recorded mileage for PK03 AGU was 86,409 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK03 AGU passed its MOT?

PK03 AGU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2013.

Is PK03 AGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK03 AGU 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 PK03 AGU?

PK03 AGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.