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GD03 RKX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 91,876 miles on the clock, averaging 5,330 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 GD03 RKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,876
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,330

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,876 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,596
Average per year5,330
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GD03 RKX 50k61k71k81k92k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,876 miles
Since last MOT+4,596 miles
PASS
Mileage87,280 miles
Since last MOT+3,507 miles
PASS
Mileage83,773 miles
Since last MOT+2,321 miles
PASS
Mileage81,452 miles
Since last MOT+1,254 miles
PASS
Mileage80,198 miles
Since last MOT+1,985 miles
PASS
Mileage78,213 miles
Since last MOT+2,099 miles
PASS
Mileage76,114 miles
Since last MOT+2,697 miles
PASS
Mileage73,417 miles
Since last MOT+23,062 miles
PASS
Mileage50,355 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,347 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 RKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGD — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GD03 RKX

What car is GD03 RKX?

GD03 RKX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GD03 RKX?

The last recorded mileage for GD03 RKX was 91,876 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GD03 RKX passed its MOT?

GD03 RKX has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Mar 2014.

Is GD03 RKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD03 RKX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GD03 RKX?

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