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WP03 LVB

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 69,246 miles on the clock, averaging 8,265 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 WP03 LVB

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,246
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,265

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading69,246 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,216
Average per year8,265
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP03 LVB 11k26k40k55k69k '06'13'10

Check WP03 LVB

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,246 miles
Since last MOT+10,216 miles
PASS
Mileage59,030 miles
Since last MOT+8,597 miles
PASS
Mileage50,433 miles
Since last MOT+8,999 miles
PASS
Mileage41,434 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,434 miles
Since last MOT+10,275 miles
PASS
Mileage31,159 miles
Since last MOT+8,059 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,100 miles
Since last MOT+6,269 miles
PASS
Mileage16,831 miles
Since last MOT+5,493 miles
PASS
Mileage11,338 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

RegistrationWP03 LVB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWP — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WP03 LVB

What car is WP03 LVB?

WP03 LVB is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WP03 LVB?

The last recorded mileage for WP03 LVB was 69,246 miles, recorded on 18 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP03 LVB passed its MOT?

WP03 LVB has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2013.

Is WP03 LVB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP03 LVB 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 WP03 LVB?

WP03 LVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.