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GD03 FDF

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 85,708 miles on the clock, averaging 4,693 miles per year, well 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 GD03 FDF

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,708
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,693

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

Low mileage
Latest reading85,708 miles
Reading date
Miles last year246
Average per year4,693
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GD03 FDF 30k44k58k72k86k '06'18'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage85,708 miles
Since last MOT+246 miles
PASS
Mileage85,462 miles
Since last MOT+6,277 miles
PASS
Mileage79,185 miles
Since last MOT+5,588 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,597 miles
Since last MOT+5,612 miles
PASS
Mileage67,985 miles
Since last MOT+12,552 miles
PASS
Mileage55,433 miles
Since last MOT+3,497 miles
PASS
Mileage51,936 miles
Since last MOT+10,361 miles
PASS
Mileage41,575 miles
Since last MOT+11,927 miles
PASS
Mileage29,648 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

RegistrationGD03 FDF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGD — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GD03 FDF

What car is GD03 FDF?

GD03 FDF is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GD03 FDF?

The last recorded mileage for GD03 FDF was 85,708 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GD03 FDF passed its MOT?

GD03 FDF has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 2 Jun 2018.

Is GD03 FDF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD03 FDF 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 GD03 FDF?

GD03 FDF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.