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SB03 FVP

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 72,410 miles on the clock, averaging 6,504 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 SB03 FVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,410
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,504

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading72,410 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,559
Average per year6,504
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB03 FVP 26k38k49k61k72k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,410 miles
Since last MOT+9,559 miles
PASS
Mileage62,851 miles
Since last MOT+7,497 miles
PASS
Mileage55,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,354 miles
Since last MOT+4,159 miles
PASS
Mileage51,195 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,193 miles
Since last MOT+6,790 miles
PASS
Mileage44,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,690 miles
PASS
Mileage39,713 miles
Since last MOT+5,925 miles
PASS
Mileage33,788 miles
Since last MOT+7,388 miles
PASS
Mileage26,400 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

RegistrationSB03 FVP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 FVP

What car is SB03 FVP?

SB03 FVP is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 FVP?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 FVP was 72,410 miles, recorded on 31 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 FVP passed its MOT?

SB03 FVP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2013.

Is SB03 FVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 FVP 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 SB03 FVP?

SB03 FVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.