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SD03 LZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 125,720 miles on the clock, averaging 8,729 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 SD03 LZL

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,720
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,729

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,720 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,418
Average per year8,729
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD03 LZL 34k57k80k103k126k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,720 miles
Since last MOT+15,418 miles
PASS
Mileage110,302 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,300 miles
Since last MOT+11,937 miles
PASS
Mileage98,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,363 miles
Since last MOT+10,789 miles
PASS
Mileage87,574 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,530 miles
Since last MOT+12,099 miles
PASS
Mileage75,431 miles
Since last MOT+14,584 miles
PASS
Mileage60,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,639 miles
PASS
Mileage57,208 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,208 miles
Since last MOT+7,258 miles
PASS
Mileage49,950 miles
Since last MOT+5,771 miles
PASS
Mileage44,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,179 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage38,916 miles
Since last MOT+4,784 miles
PASS
Mileage34,132 miles
Since last MOT+605 miles
PASS
Mileage33,527 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 LZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SD03 LZL

What car is SD03 LZL?

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

What is the mileage of SD03 LZL?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 LZL was 125,720 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 LZL passed its MOT?

SD03 LZL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2017.

Is SD03 LZL ULEZ compliant?

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

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