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RA03 WNN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 144,311 miles on the clock, averaging 10,252 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 RA03 WNN

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,311
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,252

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading144,311 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,784
Average per year10,252
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA03 WNN 27k56k85k115k144k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,311 miles
Since last MOT+5,784 miles
PASS
Mileage138,527 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,507 miles
Since last MOT+3,930 miles
PASS
Mileage134,577 miles
Since last MOT+11,031 miles
PASS
Mileage123,546 miles
Since last MOT+13,515 miles
PASS
Mileage110,031 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,031 miles
Since last MOT+11,391 miles
PASS
Mileage98,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,640 miles
Since last MOT+12,917 miles
PASS
Mileage85,723 miles
Since last MOT+10,989 miles
PASS
Mileage74,734 miles
Since last MOT+13,048 miles
PASS
Mileage61,686 miles
Since last MOT+15,061 miles
PASS
Mileage46,625 miles
Since last MOT+13,152 miles
PASS
Mileage33,473 miles
Since last MOT+6,911 miles
PASS
Mileage26,562 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

RegistrationRA03 WNN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RA03 WNN

What car is RA03 WNN?

RA03 WNN is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RA03 WNN?

The last recorded mileage for RA03 WNN was 144,311 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA03 WNN passed its MOT?

RA03 WNN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2017.

Is RA03 WNN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 WNN 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 RA03 WNN?

RA03 WNN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.