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LT03 HTD

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 143,129 miles on the clock, averaging 14,198 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 LT03 HTD

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,129
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
14,198

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,129 miles
Reading date
Miles last year21,619
Average per year14,198
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LT03 HTD 44k68k93k118k143k '06'13'10

Check LT03 HTD

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,129 miles
Since last MOT+21,619 miles
PASS
Mileage121,510 miles
Since last MOT+18,502 miles
PASS
Mileage103,008 miles
Since last MOT+16,423 miles
PASS
Mileage86,585 miles
Since last MOT+13,888 miles
PASS
Mileage72,697 miles
Since last MOT+7,379 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,318 miles
Since last MOT+7,292 miles
PASS
Mileage58,026 miles
Since last MOT+14,480 miles
PASS
Mileage43,546 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

RegistrationLT03 HTD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 HTD

What car is LT03 HTD?

LT03 HTD is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT03 HTD?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 HTD was 143,129 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 HTD passed its MOT?

LT03 HTD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Apr 2013.

Is LT03 HTD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT03 HTD 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 LT03 HTD?

LT03 HTD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.