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KJ03 WBD

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 113,886 miles on the clock, averaging 8,539 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for KJ03 WBD

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,886
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,539

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,886 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,539
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ03 WBD 49k65k82k98k114k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,886 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,885 miles
Since last MOT+8,192 miles
PASS
Mileage105,693 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,693 miles
Since last MOT+9,750 miles
PASS
Mileage95,943 miles
Since last MOT+17,615 miles
PASS
Mileage78,328 miles
Since last MOT+2,636 miles
PASS
Mileage75,692 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,637 miles
Since last MOT+8,697 miles
PASS
Mileage66,940 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,939 miles
Since last MOT+8,559 miles
PASS
Mileage58,380 miles
Since last MOT+9,074 miles
PASS
Mileage49,306 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

RegistrationKJ03 WBD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KJ03 WBD

What car is KJ03 WBD?

KJ03 WBD is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KJ03 WBD?

The last recorded mileage for KJ03 WBD was 113,886 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ03 WBD passed its MOT?

KJ03 WBD has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2013.

Is KJ03 WBD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ03 WBD 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 KJ03 WBD?

KJ03 WBD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.