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WU03 WZV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 120,778 miles on the clock, averaging 7,497 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 WU03 WZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,497

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,778 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,497
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU03 WZV 30k53k76k98k121k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,778 miles
Since last MOT+2,658 miles
PASS
Mileage118,120 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,094 miles
Since last MOT+5,351 miles
PASS
Mileage112,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,743 miles
Since last MOT+9,198 miles
PASS
Mileage103,545 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,538 miles
Since last MOT+7,798 miles
PASS
Mileage95,740 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,734 miles
Since last MOT+15,848 miles
PASS
Mileage79,886 miles
Since last MOT+3,636 miles
PASS
Mileage76,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,250 miles
Since last MOT+7,793 miles
PASS
Mileage68,457 miles
Since last MOT+7,296 miles
PASS
Mileage61,161 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,161 miles
Since last MOT+6,029 miles
PASS
Mileage55,132 miles
Since last MOT+162 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,572 miles
PASS
Mileage48,398 miles
Since last MOT+11,482 miles
PASS
Mileage36,916 miles
Since last MOT+6,433 miles
PASS
Mileage30,483 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 WZV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
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 WZV

What car is WU03 WZV?

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

What is the mileage of WU03 WZV?

The last recorded mileage for WU03 WZV was 120,778 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU03 WZV passed its MOT?

WU03 WZV has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2018.

Is WU03 WZV ULEZ compliant?

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

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