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KJ03 WHM

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 167,444 miles on the clock, averaging 8,894 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 WHM

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,444
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,894

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading167,444 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,058
Average per year8,894
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KJ03 WHM 65k91k116k142k167k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage167,444 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage164,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,386 miles
Since last MOT+8,546 miles
PASS
Mileage155,840 miles
Since last MOT+8,614 miles
PASS
Mileage147,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,226 miles
Since last MOT+15,464 miles
PASS
Mileage131,762 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,713 miles
Since last MOT+15,576 miles
PASS
Mileage116,137 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,137 miles
Since last MOT+16,326 miles
PASS
Mileage99,811 miles
Since last MOT+11,542 miles
PASS
Mileage88,269 miles
Since last MOT+4,170 miles
PASS
Mileage84,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,099 miles
Since last MOT+7,789 miles
PASS
Mileage76,310 miles
Since last MOT+4,922 miles
PASS
Mileage71,388 miles
Since last MOT+5,897 miles
PASS
Mileage65,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,491 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 WHM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KJ03 WHM

What car is KJ03 WHM?

KJ03 WHM is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KJ03 WHM?

The last recorded mileage for KJ03 WHM was 167,444 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ03 WHM passed its MOT?

KJ03 WHM has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2017.

Is KJ03 WHM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ03 WHM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KJ03 WHM?

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