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SH03 DGF

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 101,874 miles on the clock, averaging 6,819 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 SH03 DGF

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,874
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,819

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading101,874 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,457
Average per year6,819
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH03 DGF 18k39k60k81k102k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,874 miles
Since last MOT+4,457 miles
PASS
Mileage97,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,552 miles
PASS
Mileage91,865 miles
Since last MOT+8,784 miles
PASS
Mileage83,081 miles
Since last MOT+93 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,988 miles
Since last MOT+9,659 miles
PASS
Mileage73,329 miles
Since last MOT+135 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,194 miles
Since last MOT+5,563 miles
PASS
Mileage67,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,382 miles
PASS
Mileage60,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,249 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage53,369 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,369 miles
Since last MOT+7,935 miles
PASS
Mileage45,434 miles
Since last MOT+6,492 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,942 miles
Since last MOT+5,684 miles
PASS
Mileage33,258 miles
Since last MOT+6,043 miles
PASS
Mileage27,215 miles
Since last MOT+8,959 miles
PASS
Mileage18,256 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

RegistrationSH03 DGF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SH03 DGF

What car is SH03 DGF?

SH03 DGF is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH03 DGF?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 DGF was 101,874 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 DGF passed its MOT?

SH03 DGF has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2018.

Is SH03 DGF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 DGF 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 SH03 DGF?

SH03 DGF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.