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SC03 TSX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 148,081 miles on the clock, averaging 9,598 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 TSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,598

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 reading148,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,752
Average per year9,598
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SC03 TSX 33k62k91k119k148k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,081 miles
Since last MOT+7,752 miles
PASS
Mileage140,329 miles
Since last MOT+371 miles
PASS
Mileage139,958 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,954 miles
Since last MOT+4,630 miles
PASS
Mileage135,324 miles
Since last MOT+4,928 miles
PASS
Mileage130,396 miles
Since last MOT+8,507 miles
PASS
Mileage121,889 miles
Since last MOT+5,529 miles
PASS
Mileage116,360 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,325 miles
Since last MOT+6,908 miles
PASS
Mileage109,417 miles
Since last MOT+15,502 miles
PASS
Mileage93,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,915 miles
Since last MOT+16,125 miles
PASS
Mileage77,790 miles
Since last MOT+11,734 miles
PASS
Mileage66,056 miles
Since last MOT+17,099 miles
PASS
Mileage48,957 miles
Since last MOT+15,520 miles
PASS
Mileage33,437 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 TSX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSC — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SC03 TSX

What car is SC03 TSX?

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

What is the mileage of SC03 TSX?

The last recorded mileage for SC03 TSX was 148,081 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SC03 TSX passed its MOT?

SC03 TSX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2018.

Is SC03 TSX ULEZ compliant?

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

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