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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 79,984 miles on the clock, averaging 6,070 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 RG03 BWD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,070 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RG03 BWD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RG — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RG03 BWD
What car is RG03 BWD?
RG03 BWD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RG03 BWD?
The last recorded mileage for RG03 BWD was 79,984 miles, recorded on 22 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RG03 BWD passed its MOT?
RG03 BWD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2018.
Is RG03 BWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG03 BWD 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 RG03 BWD?
RG03 BWD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.