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DG03 UYN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 97,697 miles on the clock, averaging 5,005 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 DG03 UYN

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,697
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,005

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,697 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,480
Average per year5,005
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG03 UYN 10k32k54k76k98k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage97,697 miles
Since last MOT+6,480 miles
PASS
Mileage91,217 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,215 miles
Since last MOT+4,836 miles
PASS
Mileage86,379 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,379 miles
Since last MOT+6,653 miles
PASS
Mileage79,726 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,719 miles
Since last MOT+8,847 miles
PASS
Mileage70,872 miles
Since last MOT+10,445 miles
PASS
Mileage60,427 miles
Since last MOT+8,111 miles
PASS
Mileage52,316 miles
Since last MOT+10,332 miles
PASS
Mileage41,984 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,983 miles
Since last MOT+6,257 miles
PASS
Mileage35,726 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,724 miles
Since last MOT+1,564 miles
PASS
Mileage34,160 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,160 miles
Since last MOT+1,815 miles
PASS
Mileage32,345 miles
Since last MOT+2,263 miles
PASS
Mileage30,082 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage28,280 miles
Since last MOT+1,789 miles
PASS
Mileage26,491 miles
Since last MOT+3,289 miles
PASS
Mileage23,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,202 miles
Since last MOT+3,604 miles
PASS
Mileage19,598 miles
Since last MOT+4,352 miles
PASS
Mileage15,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,436 miles
PASS
Mileage9,810 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

RegistrationDG03 UYN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DG03 UYN

What car is DG03 UYN?

DG03 UYN is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DG03 UYN?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 UYN was 97,697 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 UYN passed its MOT?

DG03 UYN has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 4 Oct 2023.

Is DG03 UYN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 UYN 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 DG03 UYN?

DG03 UYN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.