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GU03 FOA

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 109,172 miles on the clock, averaging 4,554 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 GU03 FOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,172
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,554

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

Low mileage
Latest reading109,172 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,554
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU03 FOA 45k61k77k93k109k '06'20'13

Check GU03 FOA

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,172 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,170 miles
Since last MOT+10,037 miles
PASS
Mileage99,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,133 miles
Since last MOT+12,330 miles
PASS
Mileage86,803 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,286 miles
PASS
Mileage85,507 miles
Since last MOT+2,832 miles
PASS
Mileage82,675 miles
Since last MOT+2,768 miles
PASS
Mileage79,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,102 miles
PASS
Mileage75,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,998 miles
PASS
Mileage71,807 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,807 miles
Since last MOT+5,161 miles
PASS
Mileage66,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,265 miles
PASS
Mileage62,381 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,381 miles
Since last MOT+4,011 miles
PASS
Mileage58,370 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,284 miles
PASS
Mileage54,082 miles
Since last MOT+3,744 miles
PASS
Mileage50,338 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage45,075 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

RegistrationGU03 FOA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GU03 FOA

What car is GU03 FOA?

GU03 FOA is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU03 FOA?

The last recorded mileage for GU03 FOA was 109,172 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU03 FOA passed its MOT?

GU03 FOA has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2020.

Is GU03 FOA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU03 FOA 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 GU03 FOA?

GU03 FOA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.