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PX03 VZN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 107,544 miles on the clock, averaging 8,789 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 PX03 VZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,544
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,789

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 reading107,544 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,364
Average per year8,789
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX03 VZN 13k36k60k84k108k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,544 miles
Since last MOT+10,364 miles
PASS
Mileage97,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,180 miles
Since last MOT+9,029 miles
PASS
Mileage88,151 miles
Since last MOT+186 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,965 miles
Since last MOT+21,640 miles
PASS
Mileage66,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,325 miles
Since last MOT+11,539 miles
PASS
Mileage54,786 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,782 miles
Since last MOT+10,987 miles
PASS
Mileage43,795 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,795 miles
Since last MOT+6,065 miles
PASS
Mileage37,730 miles
Since last MOT+3,272 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,458 miles
Since last MOT+5,814 miles
PASS
Mileage28,644 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage21,324 miles
Since last MOT+7,596 miles
PASS
Mileage13,728 miles
Since last MOT+1,068 miles
PASS
Mileage12,660 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

RegistrationPX03 VZN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PX03 VZN

What car is PX03 VZN?

PX03 VZN is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PX03 VZN?

The last recorded mileage for PX03 VZN was 107,544 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX03 VZN passed its MOT?

PX03 VZN has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2016.

Is PX03 VZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX03 VZN 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 PX03 VZN?

PX03 VZN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.