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GD03 RLU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 77,613 miles on the clock, averaging 7,012 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 RLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,613
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
7,012

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 reading77,613 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,483
Average per year7,012
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GD03 RLU 22k36k50k64k78k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,613 miles
Since last MOT+9,483 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,130 miles
Since last MOT+9,315 miles
PASS
Mileage58,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,809 miles
PASS
Mileage52,006 miles
Since last MOT+8,904 miles
PASS
Mileage43,102 miles
Since last MOT+9,960 miles
PASS
Mileage33,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,868 miles
PASS
Mileage30,274 miles
Since last MOT+3,993 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,281 miles
Since last MOT+4,574 miles
PASS
Mileage21,707 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 RLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 RLU

What car is GD03 RLU?

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

What is the mileage of GD03 RLU?

The last recorded mileage for GD03 RLU was 77,613 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GD03 RLU passed its MOT?

GD03 RLU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2014.

Is GD03 RLU ULEZ compliant?

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

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