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LX03 TXY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Sidcup, 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 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 78,898 miles on the clock, averaging 5,854 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for LX03 TXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,898
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
5,854

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading78,898 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year5,854
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LX03 TXY 19k34k49k64k79k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,898 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,891 miles
Since last MOT+9,381 miles
PASS
Mileage69,510 miles
Since last MOT+8,222 miles
PASS
Mileage61,288 miles
Since last MOT+2,292 miles
PASS
Mileage58,996 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,996 miles
Since last MOT+3,291 miles
PASS
Mileage55,705 miles
Since last MOT+9,031 miles
PASS
Mileage46,674 miles
Since last MOT+5,006 miles
PASS
Mileage41,668 miles
Since last MOT+4,749 miles
PASS
Mileage36,919 miles
Since last MOT+5,055 miles
PASS
Mileage31,864 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
PASS
Mileage25,978 miles
Since last MOT+6,547 miles
PASS
Mileage19,431 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

RegistrationLX03 TXY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LX03 TXY

What car is LX03 TXY?

LX03 TXY is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX03 TXY?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 TXY was 78,898 miles, recorded on 28 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 TXY passed its MOT?

LX03 TXY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2016.

Is LX03 TXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX03 TXY 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 LX03 TXY?

LX03 TXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.