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RX03 JXF

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 98,606 miles on the clock, averaging 5,437 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 RX03 JXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,606
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
5,437

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,606 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,334
Average per year5,437
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 JXF 32k49k65k82k99k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,606 miles
Since last MOT+11,334 miles
PASS
Mileage87,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,272 miles
Since last MOT+797 miles
PASS
Mileage86,475 miles
Since last MOT+1,630 miles
PASS
Mileage84,845 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,834 miles
Since last MOT+2,070 miles
PASS
Mileage82,764 miles
Since last MOT+1,945 miles
PASS
Mileage80,819 miles
Since last MOT+3,556 miles
PASS
Mileage77,263 miles
Since last MOT+2,852 miles
PASS
Mileage74,411 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,411 miles
Since last MOT+6,031 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,917 miles
PASS
Mileage63,463 miles
Since last MOT+4,361 miles
PASS
Mileage59,102 miles
Since last MOT+12,526 miles
PASS
Mileage46,576 miles
Since last MOT+14,386 miles
PASS
Mileage32,190 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

RegistrationRX03 JXF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 JXF

What car is RX03 JXF?

RX03 JXF is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RX03 JXF?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 JXF was 98,606 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 JXF passed its MOT?

RX03 JXF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2018.

Is RX03 JXF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX03 JXF 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 RX03 JXF?

RX03 JXF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.