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OY03 LGD

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 91,643 miles on the clock, averaging 7,353 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 OY03 LGD

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,643
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
7,353

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading91,643 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,033
Average per year7,353
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY03 LGD 40k53k66k79k92k '06'13'10

Check OY03 LGD

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,643 miles
Since last MOT+5,033 miles
PASS
Mileage86,610 miles
Since last MOT+3,888 miles
PASS
Mileage82,722 miles
Since last MOT+5,127 miles
PASS
Mileage77,595 miles
Since last MOT+8,943 miles
PASS
Mileage68,652 miles
Since last MOT+5,932 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,720 miles
Since last MOT+10,769 miles
PASS
Mileage51,951 miles
Since last MOT+11,478 miles
PASS
Mileage40,473 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

RegistrationOY03 LGD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OY03 LGD

What car is OY03 LGD?

OY03 LGD is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY03 LGD?

The last recorded mileage for OY03 LGD was 91,643 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY03 LGD passed its MOT?

OY03 LGD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2013.

Is OY03 LGD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 LGD 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 OY03 LGD?

OY03 LGD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.