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GP03 PYL

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 93,469 miles on the clock, averaging 7,276 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 PYL

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
7,276

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 reading93,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29
Average per year7,276
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP03 PYL 57k66k75k84k93k '06'11'09

Check GP03 PYL

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,469 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,440 miles
Since last MOT+12,105 miles
PASS
Mileage81,335 miles
Since last MOT+6,077 miles
PASS
Mileage75,258 miles
PASS
Mileage99,445 miles
Since last MOT+15,646 miles
PASS
Mileage83,799 miles
Since last MOT+26,704 miles
PASS
Mileage57,095 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 PYL
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 PYL

What car is GP03 PYL?

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

What is the mileage of GP03 PYL?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 PYL was 93,469 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 PYL passed its MOT?

GP03 PYL has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jun 2011.

Is GP03 PYL ULEZ compliant?

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

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