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LE03 XHC

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 103,391 miles on the clock, averaging 8,139 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 LE03 XHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,139

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 reading103,391 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,533
Average per year8,139
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LE03 XHC 19k40k61k82k103k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage103,391 miles
Since last MOT+11,533 miles
PASS
Mileage91,858 miles
Since last MOT+12,954 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,432 miles
PASS
Mileage71,472 miles
Since last MOT+8,096 miles
PASS
Mileage63,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,376 miles
Since last MOT+8,128 miles
PASS
Mileage55,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,248 miles
Since last MOT+8,628 miles
PASS
Mileage46,620 miles
Since last MOT+7,096 miles
PASS
Mileage39,524 miles
Since last MOT+6,890 miles
PASS
Mileage32,634 miles
Since last MOT+6,230 miles
PASS
Mileage26,404 miles
Since last MOT+7,204 miles
PASS
Mileage19,200 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

RegistrationLE03 XHC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLE — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LE03 XHC

What car is LE03 XHC?

LE03 XHC is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LE03 XHC?

The last recorded mileage for LE03 XHC was 103,391 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LE03 XHC passed its MOT?

LE03 XHC has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 10 Oct 2016.

Is LE03 XHC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE03 XHC 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 LE03 XHC?

LE03 XHC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.