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SY03 WZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 102,244 miles on the clock, averaging 11,268 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 SY03 WZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
11,268

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading102,244 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,281
Average per year11,268
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY03 WZL 35k52k68k85k102k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,244 miles
Since last MOT+5,281 miles
PASS
Mileage96,963 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,961 miles
Since last MOT+4,295 miles
PASS
Mileage92,666 miles
Since last MOT+9,502 miles
PASS
Mileage83,164 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,159 miles
Since last MOT+13,849 miles
PASS
Mileage69,310 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,307 miles
Since last MOT+13,129 miles
PASS
Mileage56,178 miles
Since last MOT+21,500 miles
PASS
Mileage34,678 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

RegistrationSY03 WZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SY03 WZL

What car is SY03 WZL?

SY03 WZL is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.

What is the mileage of SY03 WZL?

The last recorded mileage for SY03 WZL was 102,244 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY03 WZL passed its MOT?

SY03 WZL has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2012.

Is SY03 WZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY03 WZL 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 SY03 WZL?

SY03 WZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.