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KM03 XYW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 116,298 miles on the clock, averaging 6,895 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 XYW

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,298
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,895

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading116,298 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9
Average per year6,895
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM03 XYW 50k67k83k100k116k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,298 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,289 miles
Since last MOT+4,859 miles
PASS
Mileage111,430 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,453 miles
PASS
Mileage106,964 miles
Since last MOT+116 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,848 miles
Since last MOT+4,874 miles
PASS
Mileage101,974 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,974 miles
Since last MOT+4,078 miles
PASS
Mileage97,896 miles
Since last MOT+3,522 miles
PASS
Mileage94,374 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,374 miles
Since last MOT+4,512 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,862 miles
Since last MOT+6,142 miles
PASS
Mileage83,720 miles
Since last MOT+5,211 miles
PASS
Mileage78,509 miles
Since last MOT+13,626 miles
PASS
Mileage64,883 miles
Since last MOT+14,884 miles
PASS
Mileage49,999 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 XYW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 XYW

What car is KM03 XYW?

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

What is the mileage of KM03 XYW?

The last recorded mileage for KM03 XYW was 116,298 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM03 XYW passed its MOT?

KM03 XYW has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2016.

Is KM03 XYW ULEZ compliant?

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

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