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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 76,753 miles on the clock, averaging 8,008 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 RE03 PXJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 76,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,903 |
| Average per year | 8,008 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RE03 PXJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RE03 PXJ
What car is RE03 PXJ?
RE03 PXJ is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RE03 PXJ?
The last recorded mileage for RE03 PXJ was 76,753 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE03 PXJ passed its MOT?
RE03 PXJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 7 Sep 2013.
Is RE03 PXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE03 PXJ 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 RE03 PXJ?
RE03 PXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.