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GY03 FZV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 128,527 miles on the clock, averaging 5,687 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 GY03 FZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,527
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,687

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading128,527 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GY03 FZV 78k91k103k116k129k '06'15'12

Check GY03 FZV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,527 miles
Since last MOT+11,526 miles
PASS
Mileage117,001 miles
Since last MOT+596 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,405 miles
Since last MOT+3,241 miles
PASS
Mileage113,164 miles
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage98,653 miles
Since last MOT+6,829 miles
PASS
Mileage91,824 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,824 miles
Since last MOT+6,492 miles
PASS
Mileage85,332 miles
Since last MOT+6,892 miles
PASS
Mileage78,440 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

RegistrationGY03 FZV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GY03 FZV

What car is GY03 FZV?

GY03 FZV is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GY03 FZV?

The last recorded mileage for GY03 FZV was 128,527 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY03 FZV passed its MOT?

GY03 FZV has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2015.

Is GY03 FZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY03 FZV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GY03 FZV?

GY03 FZV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.