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LE03 XHL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 115,529 miles on the clock, averaging 6,833 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 LE03 XHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,529
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,833

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,529 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,026
Average per year6,833
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LE03 XHL 64k77k90k103k116k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,529 miles
Since last MOT+5,026 miles
PASS
Mileage110,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,503 miles
Since last MOT+4,091 miles
PASS
Mileage106,412 miles
Since last MOT+4,220 miles
PASS
Mileage102,192 miles
Since last MOT+5,640 miles
PASS
Mileage96,552 miles
Since last MOT+7,248 miles
PASS
Mileage89,304 miles
Since last MOT+7,908 miles
PASS
Mileage81,396 miles
Since last MOT+150 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,246 miles
Since last MOT+17,425 miles
PASS
Mileage63,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,821 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 XHL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLE — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LE03 XHL

What car is LE03 XHL?

LE03 XHL is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LE03 XHL?

The last recorded mileage for LE03 XHL was 115,529 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LE03 XHL passed its MOT?

LE03 XHL has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2013.

Is LE03 XHL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE03 XHL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LE03 XHL?

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