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KN03 XFX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 115,813 miles on the clock, averaging 5,601 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 XFX

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,813
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,601

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,813 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,517
Average per year5,601
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN03 XFX 43k61k79k98k116k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,517 miles
PASS
Mileage111,296 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,295 miles
Since last MOT+15,613 miles
PASS
Mileage95,682 miles
Since last MOT+5,196 miles
PASS
Mileage90,486 miles
Since last MOT+6,156 miles
PASS
Mileage84,330 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,292 miles
Since last MOT+8,116 miles
PASS
Mileage76,176 miles
Since last MOT+10,441 miles
PASS
Mileage65,735 miles
Since last MOT+3,153 miles
PASS
Mileage62,582 miles
Since last MOT+2,389 miles
PASS
Mileage60,193 miles
Since last MOT+1,476 miles
PASS
Mileage58,717 miles
Since last MOT+1,612 miles
PASS
Mileage57,105 miles
Since last MOT+2,539 miles
PASS
Mileage54,566 miles
Since last MOT+2,762 miles
PASS
Mileage51,804 miles
Since last MOT+3,954 miles
PASS
Mileage47,850 miles
Since last MOT+4,835 miles
PASS
Mileage43,015 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 XFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
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 XFX

What car is KN03 XFX?

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

What is the mileage of KN03 XFX?

The last recorded mileage for KN03 XFX was 115,813 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN03 XFX passed its MOT?

KN03 XFX has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2019.

Is KN03 XFX ULEZ compliant?

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

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