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SD03 CLJ

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 64,082 miles on the clock, averaging 5,877 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 SD03 CLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,082
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,877

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

Below average
Latest reading64,082 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,920
Average per year5,877
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 CLJ 32k40k48k56k64k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,082 miles
Since last MOT+3,920 miles
PASS
Mileage60,162 miles
Since last MOT+3,573 miles
PASS
Mileage56,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,295 miles
PASS
Mileage48,294 miles
Since last MOT+8,338 miles
PASS
Mileage39,956 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,889 miles
Since last MOT+8,117 miles
PASS
Mileage31,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,772 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

RegistrationSD03 CLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SD03 CLJ

What car is SD03 CLJ?

SD03 CLJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SD03 CLJ?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 CLJ was 64,082 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 CLJ passed its MOT?

SD03 CLJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2011.

Is SD03 CLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD03 CLJ 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 SD03 CLJ?

SD03 CLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.