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SD03 MPU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 85,016 miles on the clock, averaging 6,386 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 MPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,016
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,386

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 reading85,016 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,470
Average per year6,386
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 MPU 25k40k55k70k85k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,016 miles
Since last MOT+6,470 miles
PASS
Mileage78,546 miles
Since last MOT+7,693 miles
PASS
Mileage70,853 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,851 miles
Since last MOT+6,555 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,296 miles
Since last MOT+1,500 miles
PASS
Mileage62,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,796 miles
Since last MOT+6,861 miles
PASS
Mileage55,935 miles
Since last MOT+268 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,667 miles
Since last MOT+9,281 miles
PASS
Mileage46,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,386 miles
Since last MOT+5,417 miles
PASS
Mileage40,969 miles
Since last MOT+4,106 miles
PASS
Mileage36,863 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,822 miles
Since last MOT+4,874 miles
PASS
Mileage31,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,665 miles
PASS
Mileage25,283 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 MPU
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 MPU

What car is SD03 MPU?

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

What is the mileage of SD03 MPU?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 MPU was 85,016 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 MPU passed its MOT?

SD03 MPU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2015.

Is SD03 MPU ULEZ compliant?

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

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