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WP03 WVB

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 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 76,678 miles on the clock, averaging 6,203 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 WP03 WVB

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,678
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2005
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,203

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading76,678 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,505
Average per year6,203
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WP03 WVB 21k35k49k63k77k '05'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,678 miles
Since last MOT+10,505 miles
PASS
Mileage66,173 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,173 miles
Since last MOT+5,160 miles
PASS
Mileage61,013 miles
Since last MOT+8,584 miles
PASS
Mileage52,429 miles
Since last MOT+7,961 miles
PASS
Mileage44,468 miles
Since last MOT+8,562 miles
PASS
Mileage35,906 miles
Since last MOT+8,647 miles
PASS
Mileage27,259 miles
Since last MOT+6,257 miles
PASS
Mileage21,002 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 WVB
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 WVB

What car is WP03 WVB?

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

What is the mileage of WP03 WVB?

The last recorded mileage for WP03 WVB was 76,678 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WP03 WVB passed its MOT?

WP03 WVB has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Sep 2014.

Is WP03 WVB ULEZ compliant?

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

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