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RF03 OHS

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 92,694 miles on the clock, averaging 8,346 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 RF03 OHS

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,694
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,346

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading92,694 miles
Reading date
Miles last year229
Average per year8,346
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF03 OHS 23k40k58k75k93k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,694 miles
Since last MOT+229 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,465 miles
Since last MOT+13,160 miles
PASS
Mileage79,305 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,305 miles
Since last MOT+14,139 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,166 miles
Since last MOT+13,048 miles
PASS
Mileage52,118 miles
Since last MOT+2,238 miles
PASS
Mileage49,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,880 miles
Since last MOT+2,639 miles
PASS
Mileage47,241 miles
Since last MOT+5,365 miles
PASS
Mileage41,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,876 miles
Since last MOT+8,576 miles
PASS
Mileage33,300 miles
Since last MOT+10,710 miles
PASS
Mileage22,590 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

RegistrationRF03 OHS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RF03 OHS

What car is RF03 OHS?

RF03 OHS is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF03 OHS?

The last recorded mileage for RF03 OHS was 92,694 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF03 OHS passed its MOT?

RF03 OHS has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2014.

Is RF03 OHS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 OHS 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 RF03 OHS?

RF03 OHS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.