2003 Vauxhall Vectra 2.2L Petrol · KH03 LUP
2003 Vauxhall Vectra (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 68,711 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VECTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,711 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
KH03 LUP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
- 68,711 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 26 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (37 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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KH03 LUP Mileage History
- 18/07/202466,965 mi
- 22/07/202466,965 mi
- 14/07/202567,879 mi+914 mi
- 07/07/202668,711 mi+832 mi
- 07/07/202668,711 mi
Average of roughly 887 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KH03 LUP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (KH03 LUP) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (37 issues), Brakes (19 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 91 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
We would caution strongly against buying this 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (KH03LUP) without a thorough independent inspection and significant price negotiation. The most recent MOT on 2026-07-07 failed on dangerous items including a near-side front tyre with cords exposed and a non-working side repeater, alongside long-standing corrosion and steering play issues.
Given the failed MOT on 2026-07-07, you should only consider this vehicle if the seller can prove the dangerous defects (near-side front tyre with ply/cords exposed, off-side side repeater not working) have been rectified and a fresh pass certificate issued. Use the recorded advisories — including play in the steering rack inner joint, oil leak and widespread corrosion — as leverage to negotiate the price down substantially, as these point to repair bills beyond the purchase price. Inspect the full service history carefully; with a 2.2 petrol Vectra of this age, lack of regular anti-corrosion treatment is evident from the MOT notes, so confirm whether suspension and sub-frame components have ever been replaced.
As a 2003 2198cc petrol Vectra, this car will fall into a higher VED band for older vehicles and likely an insurance group suited to its age, though exact group data is not provided here. Fuel economy from a 2.2-litre petrol engine of this era is modest by modern standards, and with an oil leak noted at the last three tests, top-up costs should be budgeted. Typical annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance for a car with this level of corrosion and worn components are estimated at £1,200-£1,600, weighted heavily by imminent repair needs.
The July 2026 MOT failure demands checking the near-side front tyre for exposed cords and the off-side side repeater for operation, both of which are legal requirements. The test also noted play in the off-side steering rack inner joint, worn brake discs all round, corroded coil springs and sub-frames, and an oil leak — all should be physically verified underneath the car on a ramp. Given the 2024 failure for exhaust gas leak, lambda fault and worn anti-roll bar ball joint, confirm these were properly repaired and listen for exhaust noises and check emissions during any viewing.
This blue 2003 Vauxhall Vectra with a 2.2-litre petrol engine has covered just 68,711 miles, which is low for a 23-year-old car, but its MOT history tells a story of persistent neglect. The vehicle failed its July 2026 test with exposed tyre cords and a failed side repeater, and has shown recurring corrosion to sub-frames, suspension arms and coil springs across every recent test. Aggregate model reliability data is unavailable, but the individual history shows a car requiring immediate and ongoing expenditure to remain roadworthy.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Vauxhall Vectra, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history which shows recurring structural and steering defects.
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