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RJ03 GZP

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 104,952 miles on the clock, averaging 4,994 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 RJ03 GZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,952
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
4,994

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 reading104,952 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,266
Average per year4,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ03 GZP 16k38k60k83k105k '06'24'14

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage104,952 miles
Since last MOT+8,266 miles
PASS
Mileage96,686 miles
Since last MOT+2,718 miles
PASS
Mileage93,968 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,966 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
PASS
Mileage93,930 miles
Since last MOT+776 miles
PASS
Mileage93,154 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,145 miles
Since last MOT+2,894 miles
PASS
Mileage90,251 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,138 miles
PASS
Mileage87,113 miles
Since last MOT+3,889 miles
PASS
Mileage83,224 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,224 miles
Since last MOT+2,730 miles
PASS
Mileage80,494 miles
Since last MOT+1,442 miles
PASS
Mileage79,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,990 miles
PASS
Mileage73,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,062 miles
Since last MOT+3,401 miles
PASS
Mileage69,661 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,661 miles
Since last MOT+3,919 miles
PASS
Mileage65,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,742 miles
Since last MOT+7,358 miles
PASS
Mileage58,384 miles
Since last MOT+12,204 miles
PASS
Mileage46,180 miles
Since last MOT+10,297 miles
PASS
Mileage35,883 miles
Since last MOT+10,509 miles
PASS
Mileage25,374 miles
Since last MOT+8,574 miles
PASS
Mileage16,800 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
PASS
Mileage16,783 miles
Since last MOT+962 miles
PASS
Mileage15,821 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

RegistrationRJ03 GZP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RJ03 GZP

What car is RJ03 GZP?

RJ03 GZP is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RJ03 GZP?

The last recorded mileage for RJ03 GZP was 104,952 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ03 GZP passed its MOT?

RJ03 GZP has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 19 Jan 2024.

Is RJ03 GZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ03 GZP 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 RJ03 GZP?

RJ03 GZP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.