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EO03 GLY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 110,289 miles on the clock, averaging 6,069 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 EO03 GLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,289
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,069

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,289 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,508
Average per year6,069
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 GLY 59k72k85k97k110k '06'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,289 miles
Since last MOT+5,508 miles
PASS
Mileage104,781 miles
Since last MOT+4,617 miles
PASS
Mileage100,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,330 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,466 miles
PASS
Mileage88,368 miles
Since last MOT+5,343 miles
PASS
Mileage83,025 miles
Since last MOT+6,773 miles
PASS
Mileage76,252 miles
Since last MOT+8,190 miles
PASS
Mileage68,062 miles
PASS
Mileage87,940 miles
Since last MOT+29,132 miles
PASS
Mileage58,808 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,797 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

RegistrationEO03 GLY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 GLY

What car is EO03 GLY?

EO03 GLY is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO03 GLY?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 GLY was 110,289 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 GLY passed its MOT?

EO03 GLY has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2014.

Is EO03 GLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO03 GLY 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 EO03 GLY?

EO03 GLY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.