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GP03 EFM

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 73,107 miles on the clock, averaging 5,641 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 EFM

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,107
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
87%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,641

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 reading73,107 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,396
Average per year5,641
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP03 EFM 8k24k41k57k73k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,107 miles
Since last MOT+8,396 miles
PASS
Mileage64,711 miles
Since last MOT+3,778 miles
PASS
Mileage60,933 miles
Since last MOT+5,328 miles
PASS
Mileage55,605 miles
Since last MOT+6,482 miles
PASS
Mileage49,123 miles
Since last MOT+3,984 miles
PASS
Mileage45,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,139 miles
Since last MOT+5,475 miles
PASS
Mileage39,664 miles
Since last MOT+5,528 miles
PASS
Mileage34,136 miles
Since last MOT+3,825 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,311 miles
Since last MOT+4,584 miles
PASS
Mileage25,727 miles
Since last MOT+5,664 miles
PASS
Mileage20,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,062 miles
PASS
Mileage15,001 miles
Since last MOT+5,709 miles
PASS
Mileage9,292 miles
Since last MOT+1,049 miles
PASS
Mileage8,243 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 EFM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
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 EFM

What car is GP03 EFM?

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

What is the mileage of GP03 EFM?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 EFM was 73,107 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 EFM passed its MOT?

GP03 EFM has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2017.

Is GP03 EFM ULEZ compliant?

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

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