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KM03 POA

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 106,274 miles on the clock, averaging 7,033 miles per year, below 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 POA

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,274
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,033

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,274 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,025
Average per year7,033
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KM03 POA 37k54k71k89k106k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,274 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage101,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,249 miles
Since last MOT+3,969 miles
PASS
Mileage97,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,280 miles
Since last MOT+5,161 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,119 miles
Since last MOT+5,556 miles
PASS
Mileage86,563 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,563 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage81,181 miles
Since last MOT+5,824 miles
PASS
Mileage75,357 miles
Since last MOT+8,146 miles
PASS
Mileage67,211 miles
Since last MOT+9,602 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,609 miles
Since last MOT+11,187 miles
PASS
Mileage46,422 miles
Since last MOT+9,697 miles
PASS
Mileage36,725 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 POA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
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 POA

What car is KM03 POA?

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

What is the mileage of KM03 POA?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 POA was 106,274 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 POA passed its MOT?

KM03 POA has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2016.

Is KM03 POA ULEZ compliant?

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

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