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SD03 MEU

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 112,860 miles on the clock, averaging 8,802 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 MEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,860
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,802

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 reading112,860 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,650
Average per year8,802
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 MEU 29k50k71k92k113k '07'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,860 miles
Since last MOT+6,650 miles
PASS
Mileage106,210 miles
Since last MOT+2,678 miles
PASS
Mileage103,532 miles
Since last MOT+11,732 miles
PASS
Mileage91,800 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,800 miles
Since last MOT+11,192 miles
PASS
Mileage80,608 miles
Since last MOT+12,052 miles
PASS
Mileage68,556 miles
Since last MOT+9,730 miles
PASS
Mileage58,826 miles
Since last MOT+8,597 miles
PASS
Mileage50,229 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,192 miles
Since last MOT+7,950 miles
PASS
Mileage42,242 miles
Since last MOT+6,397 miles
PASS
Mileage35,845 miles
Since last MOT+6,491 miles
PASS
Mileage29,354 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 MEU
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 MEU

What car is SD03 MEU?

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

What is the mileage of SD03 MEU?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 MEU was 112,860 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 MEU passed its MOT?

SD03 MEU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2016.

Is SD03 MEU ULEZ compliant?

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

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