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RE03 WWB

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 78,772 miles on the clock, averaging 7,500 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 RE03 WWB

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,500

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading78,772 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,500
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE03 WWB 20k35k49k64k79k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,772 miles
Since last MOT+5,748 miles
PASS
Mileage73,024 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,986 miles
Since last MOT+5,598 miles
PASS
Mileage67,388 miles
Since last MOT+8,237 miles
PASS
Mileage59,151 miles
Since last MOT+9,073 miles
PASS
Mileage50,078 miles
Since last MOT+6,511 miles
PASS
Mileage43,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,567 miles
PASS
Mileage43,745 miles
Since last MOT+12,822 miles
PASS
Mileage30,923 miles
Since last MOT+11,143 miles
PASS
Mileage19,780 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

RegistrationRE03 WWB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RE03 WWB

What car is RE03 WWB?

RE03 WWB is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RE03 WWB?

The last recorded mileage for RE03 WWB was 78,772 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE03 WWB passed its MOT?

RE03 WWB has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2014.

Is RE03 WWB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE03 WWB 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 RE03 WWB?

RE03 WWB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.