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SK03 LCN

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 144,762 miles on the clock, averaging 4,619 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 LCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,762
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,619

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading144,762 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,619
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SK03 LCN 97k109k121k133k145k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,762 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,762 miles
Since last MOT+10,368 miles
PASS
Mileage134,394 miles
Since last MOT+7,180 miles
PASS
Mileage127,214 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,214 miles
Since last MOT+6,315 miles
PASS
Mileage120,899 miles
Since last MOT+10,708 miles
PASS
Mileage110,191 miles
Since last MOT+5,120 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,071 miles
Since last MOT+7,956 miles
PASS
Mileage97,115 miles
Since last MOT+6,241 miles
PASS
Mileage90,874 miles
Since last MOT+15,053 miles
PASS
Mileage75,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,821 miles
Since last MOT+15,699 miles
PASS
Mileage60,122 miles
PASS
Mileage97,049 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 LCN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SK03 LCN

What car is SK03 LCN?

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

What is the mileage of SK03 LCN?

The last recorded mileage for SK03 LCN was 144,762 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK03 LCN passed its MOT?

SK03 LCN has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2016.

Is SK03 LCN ULEZ compliant?

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

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