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GL03 NPN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 111,940 miles on the clock, averaging 8,884 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 GL03 NPN

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,884

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,940 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,520
Average per year8,884
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL03 NPN 28k49k70k91k112k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,940 miles
Since last MOT+7,520 miles
PASS
Mileage104,420 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,418 miles
Since last MOT+9,872 miles
PASS
Mileage94,546 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,544 miles
Since last MOT+11,587 miles
PASS
Mileage82,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,957 miles
Since last MOT+16,655 miles
PASS
Mileage66,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,302 miles
Since last MOT+5,196 miles
PASS
Mileage61,106 miles
Since last MOT+8,015 miles
PASS
Mileage53,091 miles
Since last MOT+7,056 miles
PASS
Mileage46,035 miles
Since last MOT+8,084 miles
PASS
Mileage37,951 miles
Since last MOT+9,536 miles
PASS
Mileage28,415 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

RegistrationGL03 NPN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GL03 NPN

What car is GL03 NPN?

GL03 NPN is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GL03 NPN?

The last recorded mileage for GL03 NPN was 111,940 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL03 NPN passed its MOT?

GL03 NPN has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2015.

Is GL03 NPN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL03 NPN 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 GL03 NPN?

GL03 NPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.