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LR03 MKL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1995cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1995cc
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 1995cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 184,651 miles on the clock, averaging 9,259 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for LR03 MKL

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,651
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,259

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,651 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,507
Average per year9,259
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 MKL 84k109k134k160k185k '06'17'12

Check LR03 MKL

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,651 miles
Since last MOT+5,507 miles
PASS
Mileage179,144 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage179,142 miles
Since last MOT+4,197 miles
PASS
Mileage174,945 miles
Since last MOT+5,722 miles
PASS
Mileage169,223 miles
Since last MOT+5,817 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,406 miles
Since last MOT+6,696 miles
PASS
Mileage156,710 miles
Since last MOT+6,353 miles
PASS
Mileage150,357 miles
Since last MOT+5,795 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,562 miles
Since last MOT+6,933 miles
PASS
Mileage137,629 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,562 miles
Since last MOT+6,910 miles
PASS
Mileage130,652 miles
Since last MOT+21,502 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,150 miles
Since last MOT+24,904 miles
PASS
Mileage84,246 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

RegistrationLR03 MKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1995cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 MKL

What car is LR03 MKL?

LR03 MKL is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR03 MKL?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 MKL was 184,651 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 MKL passed its MOT?

LR03 MKL has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2017.

Is LR03 MKL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR03 MKL 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 LR03 MKL?

LR03 MKL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.