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PK03 WHJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 145,195 miles on the clock, averaging 12,452 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 PK03 WHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
145,195
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,452

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading145,195 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,406
Average per year12,452
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK03 WHJ 38k65k92k118k145k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage145,195 miles
Since last MOT+2,406 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,789 miles
Since last MOT+29,523 miles
PASS
Mileage113,266 miles
Since last MOT+13,353 miles
PASS
Mileage99,913 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage93,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,529 miles
PASS
Mileage85,447 miles
Since last MOT+6,042 miles
PASS
Mileage79,405 miles
Since last MOT+6,619 miles
PASS
Mileage72,786 miles
Since last MOT+13,762 miles
PASS
Mileage59,024 miles
Since last MOT+20,986 miles
PASS
Mileage38,038 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 WHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PK03 WHJ

What car is PK03 WHJ?

PK03 WHJ is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PK03 WHJ?

The last recorded mileage for PK03 WHJ was 145,195 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK03 WHJ passed its MOT?

PK03 WHJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Nov 2014.

Is PK03 WHJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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