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SC03 OCX

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 114,081 miles on the clock, averaging 11,989 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 SC03 OCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,989

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading114,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year64
Average per year11,989
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC03 OCX 27k48k70k92k114k '06'13'09

Check SC03 OCX

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage114,081 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,017 miles
Since last MOT+16,123 miles
PASS
Mileage97,894 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,894 miles
Since last MOT+32,586 miles
PASS
Mileage65,308 miles
Since last MOT+22,537 miles
PASS
Mileage42,771 miles
Since last MOT+16,238 miles
PASS
Mileage26,533 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

RegistrationSC03 OCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SC03 OCX

What car is SC03 OCX?

SC03 OCX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SC03 OCX?

The last recorded mileage for SC03 OCX was 114,081 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC03 OCX passed its MOT?

SC03 OCX has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 19 Sep 2013.

Is SC03 OCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC03 OCX 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 SC03 OCX?

SC03 OCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.