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WF53 PCY

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 100,369 miles on the clock, averaging 9,353 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 WF53 PCY

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,369
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
9,353

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading100,369 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,805
Average per year9,353
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF53 PCY 26k44k63k82k100k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,369 miles
Since last MOT+7,805 miles
PASS
Mileage92,564 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,564 miles
Since last MOT+8,228 miles
PASS
Mileage84,336 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,334 miles
Since last MOT+9,579 miles
PASS
Mileage74,755 miles
Since last MOT+10,226 miles
PASS
Mileage64,529 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,528 miles
Since last MOT+8,020 miles
PASS
Mileage56,508 miles
Since last MOT+9,841 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,435 miles
PASS
Mileage38,232 miles
Since last MOT+12,580 miles
PASS
Mileage25,652 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

RegistrationWF53 PCY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WF53 PCY

What car is WF53 PCY?

WF53 PCY is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WF53 PCY?

The last recorded mileage for WF53 PCY was 100,369 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF53 PCY passed its MOT?

WF53 PCY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2014.

Is WF53 PCY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 PCY 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 WF53 PCY?

WF53 PCY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.