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LG03 DCU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 106,745 miles on the clock, averaging 8,333 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 LG03 DCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,745
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,333

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 reading106,745 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year8,333
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG03 DCU 38k56k73k90k107k '06'14'11

Check LG03 DCU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,745 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,742 miles
Since last MOT+10,706 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,036 miles
Since last MOT+6,285 miles
PASS
Mileage89,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,751 miles
Since last MOT+6,968 miles
PASS
Mileage82,783 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,783 miles
Since last MOT+8,221 miles
PASS
Mileage74,562 miles
Since last MOT+8,806 miles
PASS
Mileage65,756 miles
Since last MOT+7,517 miles
PASS
Mileage58,239 miles
Since last MOT+11,760 miles
PASS
Mileage46,479 miles
Since last MOT+8,015 miles
PASS
Mileage38,464 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,464 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

RegistrationLG03 DCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LG03 DCU

What car is LG03 DCU?

LG03 DCU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG03 DCU?

The last recorded mileage for LG03 DCU was 106,745 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG03 DCU passed its MOT?

LG03 DCU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2014.

Is LG03 DCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG03 DCU 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 LG03 DCU?

LG03 DCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.