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LL03 CJV

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for LL03 CJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
N/A
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
5,378

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

Below average
Latest reading56,307 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,278
Average per year5,378
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LL03 CJV 29k36k43k49k56k '06'11'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

FAIL
PASS
Mileage56,307 miles
Since last MOT+3,278 miles
PASS
Mileage53,029 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage47,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,210 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,208 miles
Since last MOT+4,634 miles
PASS
Mileage42,574 miles
Since last MOT+7,234 miles
PASS
Mileage35,340 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,230 miles
Since last MOT+6,252 miles
PASS
Mileage28,978 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

RegistrationLL03 CJV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLL — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LL03 CJV

What car is LL03 CJV?

LL03 CJV is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

Has LL03 CJV passed its MOT?

LL03 CJV has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 29 Sep 2012.

Is LL03 CJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LL03 CJV 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 LL03 CJV?

LL03 CJV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.