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DG03 YRK

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 110,716 miles on the clock, averaging 8,293 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 DG03 YRK

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,716
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,293

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading110,716 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,293
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DG03 YRK 29k49k70k90k111k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,716 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,716 miles
Since last MOT+2,528 miles
PASS
Mileage108,188 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,188 miles
Since last MOT+3,800 miles
PASS
Mileage104,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,839 miles
PASS
Mileage99,549 miles
Since last MOT+5,043 miles
PASS
Mileage94,506 miles
Since last MOT+9,735 miles
PASS
Mileage84,771 miles
Since last MOT+8,412 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,359 miles
Since last MOT+11,667 miles
PASS
Mileage64,692 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,691 miles
Since last MOT+13,082 miles
PASS
Mileage51,609 miles
Since last MOT+12,852 miles
PASS
Mileage38,757 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,750 miles
Since last MOT+9,841 miles
PASS
Mileage28,909 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 YRK
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 YRK

What car is DG03 YRK?

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

What is the mileage of DG03 YRK?

The last recorded mileage for DG03 YRK was 110,716 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DG03 YRK passed its MOT?

DG03 YRK has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2016.

Is DG03 YRK ULEZ compliant?

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

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