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YV03 VZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Beverley, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 76,895 miles on the clock, averaging 6,667 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 YV03 VZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,895
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,667

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading76,895 miles
Reading date
Miles last year24
Average per year6,667
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YV03 VZL 21k35k49k63k77k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage76,895 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,871 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,869 miles
Since last MOT+15,630 miles
PASS
Mileage61,239 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,239 miles
Since last MOT+3,641 miles
PASS
Mileage57,598 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,550 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage53,057 miles
Since last MOT+6,163 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,894 miles
Since last MOT+7,369 miles
PASS
Mileage39,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,525 miles
Since last MOT+7,525 miles
PASS
Mileage32,000 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage29,271 miles
Since last MOT+6,976 miles
PASS
Mileage22,295 miles
Since last MOT+1,446 miles
PASS
Mileage20,849 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,837 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

RegistrationYV03 VZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYV — Beverley, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YV03 VZL

What car is YV03 VZL?

YV03 VZL is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.

What is the mileage of YV03 VZL?

The last recorded mileage for YV03 VZL was 76,895 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YV03 VZL passed its MOT?

YV03 VZL has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 20 Nov 2014.

Is YV03 VZL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YV03 VZL 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 YV03 VZL?

YV03 VZL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.