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WD03 CAV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 55,025 miles on the clock, averaging 4,696 miles per year, well 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 WD03 CAV

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,025
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,696

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,025 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,746
Average per year4,696
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WD03 CAV 16k26k35k45k55k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,025 miles
Since last MOT+4,746 miles
PASS
Mileage50,279 miles
Since last MOT+4,869 miles
PASS
Mileage45,410 miles
Since last MOT+3,692 miles
PASS
Mileage41,718 miles
Since last MOT+3,925 miles
PASS
Mileage37,793 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage32,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,724 miles
PASS
Mileage28,102 miles
Since last MOT+4,822 miles
PASS
Mileage23,280 miles
Since last MOT+6,219 miles
PASS
Mileage17,061 miles
Since last MOT+1,326 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,735 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

RegistrationWD03 CAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WD03 CAV

What car is WD03 CAV?

WD03 CAV is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WD03 CAV?

The last recorded mileage for WD03 CAV was 55,025 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD03 CAV passed its MOT?

WD03 CAV has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Sep 2014.

Is WD03 CAV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD03 CAV 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 WD03 CAV?

WD03 CAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.