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LB03 XZS

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 125,688 miles on the clock, averaging 8,109 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 LB03 XZS

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,688
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,109

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 reading125,688 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,109
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB03 XZS 26k51k76k101k126k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,688 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,682 miles
Since last MOT+7,537 miles
PASS
Mileage118,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,145 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage114,741 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage98,285 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,231 miles
Since last MOT+8,292 miles
PASS
Mileage89,939 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,922 miles
Since last MOT+9,283 miles
PASS
Mileage80,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,639 miles
Since last MOT+8,900 miles
PASS
Mileage71,739 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,736 miles
Since last MOT+8,282 miles
PASS
Mileage63,454 miles
Since last MOT+9,780 miles
PASS
Mileage53,674 miles
Since last MOT+10,375 miles
PASS
Mileage43,299 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,297 miles
Since last MOT+7,932 miles
PASS
Mileage35,365 miles
Since last MOT+9,223 miles
PASS
Mileage26,142 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

RegistrationLB03 XZS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 XZS

What car is LB03 XZS?

LB03 XZS is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 XZS?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 XZS was 125,688 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 XZS passed its MOT?

LB03 XZS has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2018.

Is LB03 XZS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 XZS 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 LB03 XZS?

LB03 XZS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.