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GP03 DKV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 78,005 miles on the clock, averaging 5,486 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 GP03 DKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,005
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,486

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 reading78,005 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,700
Average per year5,486
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GP03 DKV 16k31k47k62k78k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,005 miles
Since last MOT+4,700 miles
PASS
Mileage73,305 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,256 miles
PASS
Mileage69,040 miles
Since last MOT+5,073 miles
PASS
Mileage63,967 miles
Since last MOT+6,813 miles
PASS
Mileage57,154 miles
Since last MOT+8,007 miles
PASS
Mileage49,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,147 miles
Since last MOT+4,688 miles
PASS
Mileage44,459 miles
Since last MOT+4,287 miles
PASS
Mileage40,172 miles
Since last MOT+6,133 miles
PASS
Mileage34,039 miles
Since last MOT+5,123 miles
PASS
Mileage28,916 miles
Since last MOT+7,754 miles
PASS
Mileage21,162 miles
Since last MOT+5,609 miles
PASS
Mileage15,553 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

RegistrationGP03 DKV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GP03 DKV

What car is GP03 DKV?

GP03 DKV is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP03 DKV?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 DKV was 78,005 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 DKV passed its MOT?

GP03 DKV has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2017.

Is GP03 DKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP03 DKV 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 GP03 DKV?

GP03 DKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.