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CP03 RHX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 123,709 miles on the clock, averaging 7,403 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for CP03 RHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,709
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,403

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,709 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,974
Average per year7,403
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CP03 RHX 67k81k95k109k124k '06'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,709 miles
Since last MOT+7,974 miles
PASS
Mileage115,735 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,731 miles
Since last MOT+10,508 miles
PASS
Mileage105,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,223 miles
Since last MOT+8,867 miles
PASS
Mileage96,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,356 miles
Since last MOT+7,062 miles
PASS
Mileage89,294 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,044 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
PASS
Mileage82,083 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,069 miles
Since last MOT+7,092 miles
PASS
Mileage74,977 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,139 miles
PASS
Mileage66,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,837 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

RegistrationCP03 RHX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CP03 RHX

What car is CP03 RHX?

CP03 RHX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CP03 RHX?

The last recorded mileage for CP03 RHX was 123,709 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CP03 RHX passed its MOT?

CP03 RHX has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2014.

Is CP03 RHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP03 RHX 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 CP03 RHX?

CP03 RHX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.