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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 106,864 miles on the clock, averaging 5,459 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 YP03 YKS
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | YP03 YKS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YP03 YKS
What car is YP03 YKS?
YP03 YKS is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YP03 YKS?
The last recorded mileage for YP03 YKS was 106,864 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP03 YKS passed its MOT?
YP03 YKS has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2021.
Is YP03 YKS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP03 YKS 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 YP03 YKS?
YP03 YKS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.