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KA03 HTT

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 95,583 miles on the clock, averaging 6,415 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 HTT

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,583
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,415

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 reading95,583 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,415
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KA03 HTT 29k46k62k79k96k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,583 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,583 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,572 miles
Since last MOT+10,081 miles
PASS
Mileage85,491 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,438 miles
Since last MOT+6,672 miles
PASS
Mileage78,766 miles
Since last MOT+6,193 miles
PASS
Mileage72,573 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,570 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,537 miles
PASS
Mileage58,054 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,051 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage50,736 miles
Since last MOT+5,882 miles
PASS
Mileage44,854 miles
Since last MOT+3,345 miles
PASS
Mileage41,509 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,500 miles
Since last MOT+9,943 miles
PASS
Mileage31,557 miles
Since last MOT+205 miles
PASS
Mileage31,352 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,352 miles
Since last MOT+2,015 miles
PASS
Mileage29,337 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 HTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
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 HTT

What car is KA03 HTT?

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

What is the mileage of KA03 HTT?

The last recorded mileage for KA03 HTT was 95,583 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KA03 HTT passed its MOT?

KA03 HTT has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2016.

Is KA03 HTT ULEZ compliant?

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

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