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RV03 YKY

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 131,568 miles on the clock, averaging 8,754 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 YKY

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,568
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,754

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 reading131,568 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,754
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 YKY 49k70k90k111k132k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,568 miles
Since last MOT+7,388 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,180 miles
Since last MOT+3,731 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,449 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,448 miles
Since last MOT+8,897 miles
PASS
Mileage111,551 miles
Since last MOT+10,950 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,601 miles
Since last MOT+11,935 miles
PASS
Mileage88,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,666 miles
Since last MOT+15,955 miles
PASS
Mileage72,711 miles
Since last MOT+13,341 miles
PASS
Mileage59,370 miles
Since last MOT+3,383 miles
PASS
Mileage55,987 miles
Since last MOT+107 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,880 miles
Since last MOT+6,499 miles
PASS
Mileage49,381 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 YKY
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 YKY

What car is RV03 YKY?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 YKY?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 YKY was 131,568 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 YKY passed its MOT?

RV03 YKY has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2016.

Is RV03 YKY ULEZ compliant?

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

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