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EO03 XTD

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 56,046 miles on the clock, averaging 3,950 miles per year, well 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 EO03 XTD

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,046
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,950

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

Low mileage
Latest reading56,046 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,968
Average per year3,950
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 XTD 21k30k39k47k56k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,046 miles
Since last MOT+11,968 miles
PASS
Mileage44,078 miles
Since last MOT+307 miles
PASS
Mileage43,771 miles
Since last MOT+1,029 miles
PASS
Mileage42,742 miles
Since last MOT+2,725 miles
PASS
Mileage40,017 miles
Since last MOT+3,045 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,972 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage34,011 miles
Since last MOT+3,347 miles
PASS
Mileage30,664 miles
Since last MOT+3,838 miles
PASS
Mileage26,826 miles
Since last MOT+5,492 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,334 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

RegistrationEO03 XTD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 XTD

What car is EO03 XTD?

EO03 XTD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO03 XTD?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 XTD was 56,046 miles, recorded on 27 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 XTD passed its MOT?

EO03 XTD has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Dec 2014.

Is EO03 XTD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO03 XTD 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 EO03 XTD?

EO03 XTD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.