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KM03 RDX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Luton, 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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 196,016 miles on the clock, averaging 8,536 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 KM03 RDX

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,016
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
8,536

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading196,016 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,197
Average per year8,536
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM03 RDX 32k73k114k155k196k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage196,016 miles
Since last MOT+5,197 miles
PASS
Mileage190,819 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,752 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage184,964 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,894 miles
Since last MOT+4,485 miles
PASS
Mileage180,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage180,409 miles
Since last MOT+2,862 miles
PASS
Mileage177,547 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,542 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage160,247 miles
Since last MOT+12,315 miles
PASS
Mileage147,932 miles
Since last MOT+10,482 miles
PASS
Mileage137,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,450 miles
Since last MOT+8,552 miles
PASS
Mileage128,898 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,898 miles
Since last MOT+11,710 miles
PASS
Mileage117,188 miles
Since last MOT+21,149 miles
PASS
Mileage96,039 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,039 miles
Since last MOT+20,843 miles
PASS
Mileage75,196 miles
Since last MOT+433 miles
PASS
Mileage74,763 miles
Since last MOT+5,869 miles
PASS
Mileage68,894 miles
Since last MOT+5,629 miles
PASS
Mileage63,265 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage58,002 miles
Since last MOT+5,438 miles
PASS
Mileage52,564 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage46,753 miles
Since last MOT+5,072 miles
PASS
Mileage41,681 miles
Since last MOT+9,447 miles
PASS
Mileage32,234 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 RDX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KM03 RDX

What car is KM03 RDX?

KM03 RDX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KM03 RDX?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 RDX was 196,016 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 RDX passed its MOT?

KM03 RDX has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 6 Aug 2025.

Is KM03 RDX ULEZ compliant?

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

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