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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 208,859 miles on the clock, averaging 14,115 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 AX03 GPY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,223 |
| Average per year | 14,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AX03 GPY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AX03 GPY
What car is AX03 GPY?
AX03 GPY is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX03 GPY?
The last recorded mileage for AX03 GPY was 208,859 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX03 GPY passed its MOT?
AX03 GPY has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2016.
Is AX03 GPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 GPY 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 AX03 GPY?
AX03 GPY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.