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RV03 WOJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 90,544 miles on the clock, averaging 6,141 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 RV03 WOJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,544
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,141

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

Below average
Latest reading90,544 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,141
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 WOJ 26k42k58k74k91k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,544 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,539 miles
Since last MOT+2,625 miles
PASS
Mileage87,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,914 miles
Since last MOT+3,368 miles
PASS
Mileage84,546 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,534 miles
Since last MOT+5,743 miles
PASS
Mileage78,791 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,791 miles
Since last MOT+5,784 miles
PASS
Mileage73,007 miles
Since last MOT+5,653 miles
PASS
Mileage67,354 miles
Since last MOT+5,491 miles
PASS
Mileage61,863 miles
Since last MOT+10,201 miles
PASS
Mileage51,662 miles
Since last MOT+9,798 miles
PASS
Mileage41,864 miles
Since last MOT+7,826 miles
PASS
Mileage34,038 miles
Since last MOT+3,547 miles
PASS
Mileage30,491 miles
Since last MOT+4,713 miles
PASS
Mileage25,778 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

RegistrationRV03 WOJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 WOJ

What car is RV03 WOJ?

RV03 WOJ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RV03 WOJ?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 WOJ was 90,544 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 WOJ passed its MOT?

RV03 WOJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2016.

Is RV03 WOJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 WOJ 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 RV03 WOJ?

RV03 WOJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.