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KP03 YHU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourGreen
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 1796cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 129,974 miles on the clock, averaging 8,708 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 KP03 YHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,974
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,708

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading129,974 miles
Reading date
Miles last year78
Average per year8,708
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KP03 YHU 42k64k86k108k130k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,974 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,896 miles
Since last MOT+7,573 miles
PASS
Mileage122,323 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,302 miles
Since last MOT+6,897 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,405 miles
Since last MOT+9,484 miles
PASS
Mileage105,921 miles
Since last MOT+10,579 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,342 miles
Since last MOT+7,946 miles
PASS
Mileage87,396 miles
Since last MOT+6,650 miles
PASS
Mileage80,746 miles
Since last MOT+11,221 miles
PASS
Mileage69,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,525 miles
Since last MOT+9,305 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,220 miles
Since last MOT+8,138 miles
PASS
Mileage52,082 miles
Since last MOT+10,299 miles
PASS
Mileage41,783 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

RegistrationKP03 YHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KP03 YHU

What car is KP03 YHU?

KP03 YHU is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KP03 YHU?

The last recorded mileage for KP03 YHU was 129,974 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP03 YHU passed its MOT?

KP03 YHU has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2016.

Is KP03 YHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP03 YHU 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 KP03 YHU?

KP03 YHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.