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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 91,692 miles on the clock, averaging 5,199 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 NG03 SXL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,692 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,491 |
| Average per year | 5,199 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | NG03 SXL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NG03 SXL
What car is NG03 SXL?
NG03 SXL is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NG03 SXL?
The last recorded mileage for NG03 SXL was 91,692 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG03 SXL passed its MOT?
NG03 SXL has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 16 Mar 2015.
Is NG03 SXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG03 SXL 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 NG03 SXL?
NG03 SXL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.