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VA03 UOR

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 90,795 miles on the clock, averaging 6,348 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 VA03 UOR

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,795
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,348

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,795 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19
Average per year6,348
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VA03 UOR 30k45k60k76k91k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,795 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,776 miles
Since last MOT+4,559 miles
PASS
Mileage86,217 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
PASS
Mileage81,641 miles
Since last MOT+3,053 miles
PASS
Mileage78,588 miles
Since last MOT+10,007 miles
PASS
Mileage68,581 miles
Since last MOT+6,450 miles
PASS
Mileage62,131 miles
Since last MOT+5,189 miles
PASS
Mileage56,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,937 miles
PASS
Mileage51,005 miles
Since last MOT+6,302 miles
PASS
Mileage44,703 miles
Since last MOT+6,536 miles
PASS
Mileage38,167 miles
Since last MOT+7,988 miles
PASS
Mileage30,179 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

RegistrationVA03 UOR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About VA03 UOR

What car is VA03 UOR?

VA03 UOR is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VA03 UOR?

The last recorded mileage for VA03 UOR was 90,795 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA03 UOR passed its MOT?

VA03 UOR has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Feb 2016.

Is VA03 UOR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA03 UOR 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 VA03 UOR?

VA03 UOR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.