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SA03 GZX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 73,112 miles on the clock, averaging 2,378 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 SA03 GZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,112
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
2,378

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,112 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year2,378
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA03 GZX 38k47k56k64k73k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,112 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,111 miles
Since last MOT+1,412 miles
PASS
Mileage71,699 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,694 miles
Since last MOT+951 miles
PASS
Mileage70,743 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,737 miles
Since last MOT+1,820 miles
PASS
Mileage68,917 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,002 miles
PASS
Mileage66,912 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,895 miles
Since last MOT+1,781 miles
PASS
Mileage65,114 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,113 miles
Since last MOT+1,277 miles
PASS
Mileage63,836 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,836 miles
Since last MOT+1,745 miles
PASS
Mileage62,091 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,091 miles
Since last MOT+1,574 miles
PASS
Mileage60,517 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,513 miles
Since last MOT+1,385 miles
PASS
Mileage59,128 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,128 miles
Since last MOT+1,748 miles
PASS
Mileage57,380 miles
Since last MOT+3,383 miles
PASS
Mileage53,997 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage49,883 miles
Since last MOT+4,970 miles
PASS
Mileage44,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,913 miles
Since last MOT+6,497 miles
PASS
Mileage38,416 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

RegistrationSA03 GZX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SA03 GZX

What car is SA03 GZX?

SA03 GZX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA03 GZX?

The last recorded mileage for SA03 GZX was 73,112 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA03 GZX passed its MOT?

SA03 GZX has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2020.

Is SA03 GZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 GZX 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 SA03 GZX?

SA03 GZX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.