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NL03 EUN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 112,456 miles on the clock, averaging 6,419 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 NL03 EUN

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,456
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,419

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 reading112,456 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,281
Average per year6,419
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL03 EUN 42k60k77k95k112k '06'17'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,456 miles
Since last MOT+5,281 miles
PASS
Mileage107,175 miles
Since last MOT+7,150 miles
PASS
Mileage100,025 miles
Since last MOT+9,437 miles
PASS
Mileage90,588 miles
Since last MOT+9,432 miles
PASS
Mileage81,156 miles
Since last MOT+2,818 miles
PASS
Mileage78,338 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,336 miles
Since last MOT+12,336 miles
PASS
Mileage66,000 miles
Since last MOT+231 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,769 miles
Since last MOT+13,373 miles
PASS
Mileage52,396 miles
Since last MOT+9,937 miles
PASS
Mileage42,459 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

RegistrationNL03 EUN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NL03 EUN

What car is NL03 EUN?

NL03 EUN is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NL03 EUN?

The last recorded mileage for NL03 EUN was 112,456 miles, recorded on 8 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL03 EUN passed its MOT?

NL03 EUN has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2017.

Is NL03 EUN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 EUN 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 NL03 EUN?

NL03 EUN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.