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WU03 WVX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 190,625 miles on the clock, averaging 12,053 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 WU03 WVX

MOT Status
Due date passed
190,625
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,053

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 reading190,625 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,053
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU03 WVX 93k118k142k166k191k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage190,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,625 miles
Since last MOT+15,242 miles
PASS
Mileage175,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,383 miles
Since last MOT+4,099 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,284 miles
Since last MOT+6,005 miles
PASS
Mileage165,279 miles
Since last MOT+9,773 miles
PASS
Mileage155,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,506 miles
Since last MOT+20,900 miles
PASS
Mileage134,606 miles
Since last MOT+14,225 miles
PASS
Mileage120,381 miles
Since last MOT+198 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,183 miles
Since last MOT+14,931 miles
PASS
Mileage105,252 miles
Since last MOT+11,754 miles
PASS
Mileage93,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,498 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 WVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WU03 WVX

What car is WU03 WVX?

WU03 WVX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WU03 WVX?

The last recorded mileage for WU03 WVX was 190,625 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU03 WVX passed its MOT?

WU03 WVX has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2014.

Is WU03 WVX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU03 WVX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WU03 WVX?

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