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RV03 YLL

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 100,574 miles on the clock, averaging 6,086 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 YLL

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,574
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
6,086

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 reading100,574 miles
Reading date
Miles last year201
Average per year6,086
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RV03 YLL 69k77k85k93k101k '06'11'10

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,574 miles
Since last MOT+201 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,373 miles
Since last MOT+10,256 miles
PASS
Mileage90,117 miles
Since last MOT+469 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,648 miles
Since last MOT+20,632 miles
PASS
Mileage69,016 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 YLL
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 YLL

What car is RV03 YLL?

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

What is the mileage of RV03 YLL?

The last recorded mileage for RV03 YLL was 100,574 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RV03 YLL passed its MOT?

RV03 YLL has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2011.

Is RV03 YLL ULEZ compliant?

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

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