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SD03 LZF

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 90,481 miles on the clock, averaging 9,704 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 SD03 LZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,481
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,704

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading90,481 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,305
Average per year9,704
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 LZF 32k47k61k76k90k '06'12'10

Check SD03 LZF

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,481 miles
Since last MOT+7,305 miles
PASS
Mileage83,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,176 miles
Since last MOT+8,456 miles
PASS
Mileage74,720 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,720 miles
Since last MOT+10,922 miles
PASS
Mileage63,798 miles
Since last MOT+10,752 miles
PASS
Mileage53,046 miles
Since last MOT+11,350 miles
PASS
Mileage41,696 miles
Since last MOT+9,826 miles
PASS
Mileage31,870 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 LZF
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 LZF

What car is SD03 LZF?

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

What is the mileage of SD03 LZF?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 LZF was 90,481 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 LZF passed its MOT?

SD03 LZF has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2012.

Is SD03 LZF ULEZ compliant?

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

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