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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 121,744 miles on the clock, averaging 8,952 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 RL03 MWZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,744 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RL03 MWZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RL03 MWZ
What car is RL03 MWZ?
RL03 MWZ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL03 MWZ?
The last recorded mileage for RL03 MWZ was 121,744 miles, recorded on 14 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL03 MWZ passed its MOT?
RL03 MWZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2016.
Is RL03 MWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 MWZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL03 MWZ?
RL03 MWZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.