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AX03 GUU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 267,269 miles on the clock, averaging 29,580 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 GUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
267,269
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
29,580

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading267,269 miles
Reading date
Miles last year35,993
Average per year29,580
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AX03 GUU 56k109k162k214k267k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage267,269 miles
Since last MOT+35,993 miles
PASS
Mileage231,276 miles
Since last MOT+84 miles
FAIL
Mileage231,192 miles
Since last MOT+29,024 miles
PASS
Mileage202,168 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage202,042 miles
Since last MOT+30,157 miles
PASS
Mileage171,885 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage171,885 miles
Since last MOT+26,227 miles
PASS
Mileage145,658 miles
Since last MOT+28,983 miles
PASS
Mileage116,675 miles
Since last MOT+31,879 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,796 miles
Since last MOT+28,636 miles
PASS
Mileage56,160 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

RegistrationAX03 GUU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 GUU

What car is AX03 GUU?

AX03 GUU is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX03 GUU?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 GUU was 267,269 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 GUU passed its MOT?

AX03 GUU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2013.

Is AX03 GUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 GUU 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 GUU?

AX03 GUU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.