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WU03 WKR

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 96,913 miles on the clock, averaging 7,084 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 WU03 WKR

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,913
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,084

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 reading96,913 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,084
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU03 WKR 28k45k63k80k97k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,913 miles
Since last MOT+9,716 miles
PASS
Mileage87,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,197 miles
Since last MOT+12,301 miles
PASS
Mileage74,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,896 miles
Since last MOT+14,748 miles
PASS
Mileage60,148 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage55,320 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,316 miles
Since last MOT+2,566 miles
PASS
Mileage52,750 miles
Since last MOT+1,197 miles
PASS
Mileage51,553 miles
Since last MOT+5,902 miles
PASS
Mileage45,651 miles
Since last MOT+9,459 miles
PASS
Mileage36,192 miles
Since last MOT+6,175 miles
PASS
Mileage30,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,017 miles
Since last MOT+1,708 miles
PASS
Mileage28,309 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

RegistrationWU03 WKR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WU03 WKR

What car is WU03 WKR?

WU03 WKR is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WU03 WKR?

The last recorded mileage for WU03 WKR was 96,913 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU03 WKR passed its MOT?

WU03 WKR has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2015.

Is WU03 WKR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU03 WKR 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 WU03 WKR?

WU03 WKR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.