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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 248,185 miles on the clock, averaging 18,719 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 BP03 SZD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 248,185 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,719 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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
| Registration | BP03 SZD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BP03 SZD
What car is BP03 SZD?
BP03 SZD is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BP03 SZD?
The last recorded mileage for BP03 SZD was 248,185 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP03 SZD passed its MOT?
BP03 SZD has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2016.
Is BP03 SZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP03 SZD 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 BP03 SZD?
BP03 SZD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.