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KM03 DLX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 128,532 miles on the clock, averaging 9,889 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 KM03 DLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,532
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,889

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 reading128,532 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,210
Average per year9,889
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM03 DLX 45k66k87k108k129k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage128,532 miles
Since last MOT+13,210 miles
PASS
Mileage115,322 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage112,016 miles
Since last MOT+13,914 miles
PASS
Mileage98,102 miles
Since last MOT+10,190 miles
PASS
Mileage87,912 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,903 miles
Since last MOT+12,216 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,687 miles
Since last MOT+10,708 miles
PASS
Mileage64,979 miles
Since last MOT+9,586 miles
PASS
Mileage55,393 miles
Since last MOT+10,395 miles
PASS
Mileage44,998 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,905 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

RegistrationKM03 DLX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KM03 DLX

What car is KM03 DLX?

KM03 DLX is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM03 DLX?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 DLX was 128,532 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 DLX passed its MOT?

KM03 DLX has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 16 Oct 2014.

Is KM03 DLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM03 DLX 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 KM03 DLX?

KM03 DLX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.