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LD03 YFJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 48,391 miles on the clock, averaging 2,806 miles per year, well 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 LD03 YFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
2,806

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading48,391 miles
Reading date
Miles last year999
Average per year2,806
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD03 YFJ 15k23k32k40k48k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,391 miles
Since last MOT+999 miles
PASS
Mileage47,392 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,392 miles
Since last MOT+2,297 miles
PASS
Mileage45,095 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage42,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,162 miles
Since last MOT+2,810 miles
PASS
Mileage39,352 miles
Since last MOT+2,593 miles
PASS
Mileage36,759 miles
Since last MOT+3,592 miles
PASS
Mileage33,167 miles
Since last MOT+3,158 miles
PASS
Mileage30,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,009 miles
Since last MOT+3,126 miles
PASS
Mileage26,883 miles
Since last MOT+2,156 miles
PASS
Mileage24,727 miles
Since last MOT+5,861 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,866 miles
Since last MOT+3,971 miles
PASS
Mileage14,895 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

RegistrationLD03 YFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LD03 YFJ

What car is LD03 YFJ?

LD03 YFJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LD03 YFJ?

The last recorded mileage for LD03 YFJ was 48,391 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD03 YFJ passed its MOT?

LD03 YFJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2018.

Is LD03 YFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD03 YFJ 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 LD03 YFJ?

LD03 YFJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.