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KN03 WLU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 106,437 miles on the clock, averaging 6,643 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 KN03 WLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,643

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 reading106,437 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,643
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN03 WLU 27k47k67k87k106k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,437 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage104,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,711 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
PASS
Mileage100,111 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage95,169 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,157 miles
Since last MOT+6,185 miles
PASS
Mileage88,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,972 miles
Since last MOT+6,682 miles
PASS
Mileage82,290 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,290 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage78,839 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,835 miles
Since last MOT+4,302 miles
PASS
Mileage74,533 miles
Since last MOT+5,204 miles
PASS
Mileage69,329 miles
Since last MOT+6,695 miles
PASS
Mileage62,634 miles
Since last MOT+21,544 miles
PASS
Mileage41,090 miles
Since last MOT+13,695 miles
PASS
Mileage27,395 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

RegistrationKN03 WLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KN03 WLU

What car is KN03 WLU?

KN03 WLU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN03 WLU?

The last recorded mileage for KN03 WLU was 106,437 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN03 WLU passed its MOT?

KN03 WLU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2018.

Is KN03 WLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN03 WLU 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 KN03 WLU?

KN03 WLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.