2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FH03 XAK
2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 177,990 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,990 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH03 XAK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2025
- 177,990 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH03 XAK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (FH03 XAK) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
FH03 XAK Mileage History
- 30/08/2022175,566 mi
- 15/08/2025177,990 mi+2,424 mi
Average of roughly 819 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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VAUXHALL ASTRA Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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