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KJ03 WYW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 130,138 miles on the clock, averaging 14,282 miles per year, above 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 WYW

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,138
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
14,282

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading130,138 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,894
Average per year14,282
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KJ03 WYW 44k66k87k109k130k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,138 miles
Since last MOT+16,894 miles
PASS
Mileage113,244 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,244 miles
Since last MOT+15,041 miles
PASS
Mileage98,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,203 miles
Since last MOT+12,349 miles
PASS
Mileage85,854 miles
Since last MOT+13,113 miles
PASS
Mileage72,741 miles
Since last MOT+14,416 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,325 miles
Since last MOT+14,018 miles
PASS
Mileage44,307 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 WYW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KJ03 WYW

What car is KJ03 WYW?

KJ03 WYW is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KJ03 WYW?

The last recorded mileage for KJ03 WYW was 130,138 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KJ03 WYW passed its MOT?

KJ03 WYW has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2012.

Is KJ03 WYW ULEZ compliant?

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

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