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RV03 YHR

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 142,286 miles on the clock, averaging 9,832 miles per year, above 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 YHR

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,286
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,832

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading142,286 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,832
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 YHR 44k69k93k118k142k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,286 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,286 miles
Since last MOT+12,901 miles
PASS
Mileage129,385 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,208 miles
Since last MOT+16,007 miles
PASS
Mileage113,201 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,201 miles
Since last MOT+17,017 miles
PASS
Mileage96,184 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,184 miles
Since last MOT+11,641 miles
PASS
Mileage84,543 miles
Since last MOT+5,142 miles
PASS
Mileage79,401 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,401 miles
Since last MOT+8,702 miles
PASS
Mileage70,699 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,698 miles
Since last MOT+3,603 miles
PASS
Mileage67,095 miles
Since last MOT+4,927 miles
PASS
Mileage62,168 miles
Since last MOT+8,357 miles
PASS
Mileage53,811 miles
Since last MOT+9,727 miles
PASS
Mileage44,084 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 YHR
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 YHR

What car is RV03 YHR?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 YHR?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 YHR was 142,286 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 YHR passed its MOT?

RV03 YHR has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2016.

Is RV03 YHR ULEZ compliant?

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

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