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KA03 BZX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 84,631 miles on the clock, averaging 5,691 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 KA03 BZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,631
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,691

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading84,631 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,691
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KA03 BZX 23k39k54k69k85k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,631 miles
Since last MOT+10,246 miles
PASS
Mileage74,385 miles
Since last MOT+9,305 miles
PASS
Mileage65,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,080 miles
Since last MOT+9,353 miles
PASS
Mileage55,727 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage52,051 miles
Since last MOT+2,595 miles
PASS
Mileage49,456 miles
Since last MOT+4,507 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,949 miles
Since last MOT+9,887 miles
PASS
Mileage35,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,062 miles
Since last MOT+3,379 miles
PASS
Mileage31,683 miles
Since last MOT+1,691 miles
PASS
Mileage29,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,992 miles
Since last MOT+3,625 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,367 miles
Since last MOT+3,216 miles
PASS
Mileage23,151 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

RegistrationKA03 BZX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KA03 BZX

What car is KA03 BZX?

KA03 BZX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KA03 BZX?

The last recorded mileage for KA03 BZX was 84,631 miles, recorded on 22 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KA03 BZX passed its MOT?

KA03 BZX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2017.

Is KA03 BZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA03 BZX 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 KA03 BZX?

KA03 BZX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.