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SB03 RZT

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 123,329 miles on the clock, averaging 8,566 miles per year, around 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 RZT

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,329
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,566

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,329 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-10,567
Average per year8,566
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 RZT 36k58k80k102k123k '06'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,329 miles
PASS
Mileage133,896 miles
Since last MOT+13,796 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,100 miles
Since last MOT+19,979 miles
PASS
Mileage100,121 miles
Since last MOT+20,075 miles
PASS
Mileage80,046 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,000 miles
Since last MOT+18,179 miles
PASS
Mileage61,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,821 miles
Since last MOT+5,676 miles
PASS
Mileage56,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,145 miles
Since last MOT+3,942 miles
PASS
Mileage52,203 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,202 miles
Since last MOT+4,744 miles
PASS
Mileage47,458 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,457 miles
Since last MOT+3,317 miles
PASS
Mileage44,140 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,139 miles
Since last MOT+8,103 miles
PASS
Mileage36,036 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 RZT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 RZT

What car is SB03 RZT?

SB03 RZT is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 RZT?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 RZT was 123,329 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 RZT passed its MOT?

SB03 RZT has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2016.

Is SB03 RZT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 RZT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SB03 RZT?

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