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GP03 XZA

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 128,500 miles on the clock, averaging 8,856 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 GP03 XZA

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,500
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,856

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,500 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,643
Average per year8,856
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP03 XZA 30k55k79k104k129k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,500 miles
Since last MOT+7,643 miles
PASS
Mileage120,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,857 miles
Since last MOT+5,312 miles
PASS
Mileage115,545 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,542 miles
Since last MOT+7,824 miles
PASS
Mileage107,718 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,715 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage98,695 miles
Since last MOT+9,348 miles
PASS
Mileage89,347 miles
Since last MOT+19,337 miles
PASS
Mileage70,010 miles
Since last MOT+72 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,938 miles
Since last MOT+11,106 miles
PASS
Mileage58,832 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,807 miles
Since last MOT+6,724 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,083 miles
Since last MOT+7,188 miles
PASS
Mileage44,895 miles
Since last MOT+6,430 miles
PASS
Mileage38,465 miles
Since last MOT+8,008 miles
PASS
Mileage30,457 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 XZA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GP03 XZA

What car is GP03 XZA?

GP03 XZA is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP03 XZA?

The last recorded mileage for GP03 XZA was 128,500 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP03 XZA passed its MOT?

GP03 XZA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2017.

Is GP03 XZA ULEZ compliant?

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

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