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NX03 TCU

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Stockton, North · 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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 139,324 miles on the clock, averaging 9,918 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 NX03 TCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,324
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,918

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 reading139,324 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,918
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NX03 TCU 39k64k89k114k139k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,324 miles
Since last MOT+4,400 miles
PASS
Mileage134,924 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,924 miles
Since last MOT+5,136 miles
PASS
Mileage129,788 miles
Since last MOT+5,120 miles
PASS
Mileage124,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,668 miles
Since last MOT+8,518 miles
PASS
Mileage116,150 miles
Since last MOT+149 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,001 miles
Since last MOT+15,835 miles
PASS
Mileage100,166 miles
Since last MOT+17,043 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,123 miles
Since last MOT+4,302 miles
PASS
Mileage78,821 miles
Since last MOT+686 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,135 miles
Since last MOT+21,804 miles
PASS
Mileage56,331 miles
Since last MOT+5,435 miles
PASS
Mileage50,896 miles
Since last MOT+11,857 miles
PASS
Mileage39,039 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

RegistrationNX03 TCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNX — Stockton, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NX03 TCU

What car is NX03 TCU?

NX03 TCU is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.

What is the mileage of NX03 TCU?

The last recorded mileage for NX03 TCU was 139,324 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NX03 TCU passed its MOT?

NX03 TCU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2016.

Is NX03 TCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NX03 TCU 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 NX03 TCU?

NX03 TCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.