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KN03 XAR

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 104,160 miles on the clock, averaging 7,754 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 KN03 XAR

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,160
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,754

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading104,160 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year7,754
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN03 XAR 44k59k74k89k104k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,160 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,144 miles
Since last MOT+1,085 miles
PASS
Mileage103,059 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,054 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,292 miles
Since last MOT+6,776 miles
PASS
Mileage92,516 miles
Since last MOT+11,019 miles
PASS
Mileage81,497 miles
Since last MOT+10,975 miles
PASS
Mileage70,522 miles
Since last MOT+16,168 miles
PASS
Mileage54,354 miles
Since last MOT+9,910 miles
PASS
Mileage44,444 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 XAR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KN03 XAR

What car is KN03 XAR?

KN03 XAR is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN03 XAR?

The last recorded mileage for KN03 XAR was 104,160 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN03 XAR passed its MOT?

KN03 XAR has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2014.

Is KN03 XAR ULEZ compliant?

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

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