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LR03 MVC

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 152,064 miles on the clock, averaging 12,566 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 MVC

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,064
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,566

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,064 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,566
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 MVC 32k62k92k122k152k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,064 miles
Since last MOT+9,274 miles
PASS
Mileage142,790 miles
Since last MOT+12,011 miles
PASS
Mileage130,779 miles
Since last MOT+11,240 miles
PASS
Mileage119,539 miles
Since last MOT+5,239 miles
PASS
Mileage114,300 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,272 miles
Since last MOT+20,136 miles
PASS
Mileage94,136 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,134 miles
Since last MOT+19,734 miles
PASS
Mileage74,400 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,400 miles
Since last MOT+11,134 miles
PASS
Mileage63,266 miles
Since last MOT+11,169 miles
PASS
Mileage52,097 miles
Since last MOT+6,614 miles
PASS
Mileage45,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,483 miles
Since last MOT+13,770 miles
PASS
Mileage31,713 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 MVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 MVC

What car is LR03 MVC?

LR03 MVC is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR03 MVC?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 MVC was 152,064 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 MVC passed its MOT?

LR03 MVC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2016.

Is LR03 MVC ULEZ compliant?

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

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