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RV03 XYC

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 108,926 miles on the clock, averaging 8,105 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 RV03 XYC

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,926
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,105

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading108,926 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,105
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RV03 XYC 24k45k67k88k109k '06'16'12

Check RV03 XYC

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,926 miles
Since last MOT+7,738 miles
PASS
Mileage101,188 miles
Since last MOT+6,571 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,617 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage88,790 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,776 miles
Since last MOT+11,828 miles
PASS
Mileage76,948 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,922 miles
Since last MOT+13,185 miles
PASS
Mileage63,737 miles
Since last MOT+8,264 miles
PASS
Mileage55,473 miles
Since last MOT+9,567 miles
PASS
Mileage45,906 miles
Since last MOT+8,006 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,900 miles
Since last MOT+6,385 miles
PASS
Mileage31,515 miles
Since last MOT+7,246 miles
PASS
Mileage24,269 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 XYC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRV — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RV03 XYC

What car is RV03 XYC?

RV03 XYC is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RV03 XYC?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 XYC was 108,926 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 XYC passed its MOT?

RV03 XYC has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2016.

Is RV03 XYC ULEZ compliant?

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

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