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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 107,714 miles on the clock, averaging 6,189 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 RT03 ACT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,714 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,141 |
| Average per year | 6,189 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RT03 ACT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RT — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RT03 ACT
What car is RT03 ACT?
RT03 ACT is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RT03 ACT?
The last recorded mileage for RT03 ACT was 107,714 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RT03 ACT passed its MOT?
RT03 ACT has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Dec 2016.
Is RT03 ACT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RT03 ACT 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 RT03 ACT?
RT03 ACT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.