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RJ03 KLC

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 107,098 miles on the clock, averaging 7,569 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 RJ03 KLC

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,098
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
7,569

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading107,098 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,569
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ03 KLC 35k53k71k89k107k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,098 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,093 miles
Since last MOT+8,287 miles
PASS
Mileage98,806 miles
Since last MOT+11,034 miles
PASS
Mileage87,772 miles
Since last MOT+11,869 miles
PASS
Mileage75,903 miles
Since last MOT+5,065 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,838 miles
Since last MOT+8,293 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,545 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
PASS
Mileage56,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,064 miles
Since last MOT+3,882 miles
PASS
Mileage52,182 miles
Since last MOT+3,464 miles
PASS
Mileage48,718 miles
Since last MOT+7,010 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,140 miles
PASS
Mileage34,568 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 KLC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RJ03 KLC

What car is RJ03 KLC?

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

What is the mileage of RJ03 KLC?

The last recorded mileage for RJ03 KLC was 107,098 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ03 KLC passed its MOT?

RJ03 KLC has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2015.

Is RJ03 KLC ULEZ compliant?

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

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