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SK03 LBA

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 112,689 miles on the clock, averaging 4,921 miles per year, well 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 SK03 LBA

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,689
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
4,921

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading112,689 miles
Reading date
Miles last year33
Average per year4,921
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SK03 LBA 41k59k77k95k113k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,689 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,656 miles
PASS
FAIL
PASS
Mileage104,269 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,253 miles
Since last MOT+4,039 miles
PASS
Mileage100,214 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,214 miles
Since last MOT+4,267 miles
PASS
Mileage95,947 miles
Since last MOT+5,301 miles
PASS
Mileage90,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,646 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,533 miles
Since last MOT+3,762 miles
PASS
Mileage86,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,325 miles
PASS
Mileage79,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,446 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,320 miles
Since last MOT+7,954 miles
PASS
Mileage71,366 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,251 miles
Since last MOT+8,255 miles
PASS
Mileage62,996 miles
Since last MOT+6,194 miles
PASS
Mileage56,802 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,802 miles
Since last MOT+7,880 miles
PASS
Mileage48,922 miles
Since last MOT+8,375 miles
PASS
Mileage40,547 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

RegistrationSK03 LBA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SK03 LBA

What car is SK03 LBA?

SK03 LBA is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SK03 LBA?

The last recorded mileage for SK03 LBA was 112,689 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK03 LBA passed its MOT?

SK03 LBA has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.

Is SK03 LBA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK03 LBA 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 SK03 LBA?

SK03 LBA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.