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KL03 LWV

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 111,922 miles on the clock, averaging 9,288 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 KL03 LWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,922
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,288

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading111,922 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,288
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL03 LWV 12k37k62k87k112k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,922 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,922 miles
Since last MOT+12,387 miles
PASS
Mileage99,535 miles
Since last MOT+850 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,685 miles
Since last MOT+13,363 miles
PASS
Mileage85,322 miles
Since last MOT+294 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,028 miles
Since last MOT+16,295 miles
PASS
Mileage68,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,733 miles
Since last MOT+15,574 miles
PASS
Mileage53,159 miles
Since last MOT+3,123 miles
PASS
Mileage50,036 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,036 miles
Since last MOT+10,802 miles
PASS
Mileage39,234 miles
Since last MOT+10,892 miles
PASS
Mileage28,342 miles
Since last MOT+5,363 miles
PASS
Mileage22,979 miles
Since last MOT+4,135 miles
PASS
Mileage18,844 miles
Since last MOT+4,616 miles
PASS
Mileage14,228 miles
Since last MOT+2,342 miles
PASS
Mileage11,886 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

RegistrationKL03 LWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KL03 LWV

What car is KL03 LWV?

KL03 LWV is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL03 LWV?

The last recorded mileage for KL03 LWV was 111,922 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL03 LWV passed its MOT?

KL03 LWV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2017.

Is KL03 LWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL03 LWV 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 KL03 LWV?

KL03 LWV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.