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PY03 BYH

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 86,387 miles on the clock, averaging 5,886 miles per year, 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 PY03 BYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,886

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,387 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,886
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY03 BYH 21k37k54k70k86k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,387 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,387 miles
Since last MOT+4,602 miles
PASS
Mileage81,785 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,785 miles
Since last MOT+2,683 miles
PASS
Mileage79,102 miles
Since last MOT+2,986 miles
PASS
Mileage76,116 miles
Since last MOT+3,836 miles
PASS
Mileage72,280 miles
Since last MOT+7,722 miles
PASS
Mileage64,558 miles
Since last MOT+7,707 miles
PASS
Mileage56,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,070 miles
PASS
Mileage50,781 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,780 miles
Since last MOT+5,951 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,829 miles
Since last MOT+8,191 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,638 miles
Since last MOT+7,463 miles
PASS
Mileage29,175 miles
Since last MOT+8,293 miles
PASS
Mileage20,882 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

RegistrationPY03 BYH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PY03 BYH

What car is PY03 BYH?

PY03 BYH is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PY03 BYH?

The last recorded mileage for PY03 BYH was 86,387 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY03 BYH passed its MOT?

PY03 BYH has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2017.

Is PY03 BYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 BYH 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 PY03 BYH?

PY03 BYH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.