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GP03 TFN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 67,474 miles on the clock, averaging 3,885 miles per year, well 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 TFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,474
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
3,885

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,474 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,885
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP03 TFN 29k38k48k58k67k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,474 miles
Since last MOT+1,131 miles
PASS
Mileage66,343 miles
Since last MOT+1,270 miles
PASS
Mileage65,073 miles
Since last MOT+1,798 miles
PASS
Mileage63,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,275 miles
Since last MOT+2,267 miles
PASS
Mileage61,008 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,008 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage57,231 miles
Since last MOT+4,929 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,302 miles
Since last MOT+155 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,147 miles
Since last MOT+13,731 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,416 miles
Since last MOT+9,692 miles
PASS
Mileage28,724 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 TFN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
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 TFN

What car is GP03 TFN?

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

What is the mileage of GP03 TFN?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 TFN was 67,474 miles, recorded on 27 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 TFN passed its MOT?

GP03 TFN has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2016.

Is GP03 TFN ULEZ compliant?

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

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