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SH03 HNR

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 120,471 miles on the clock, averaging 15,274 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 SH03 HNR

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
15,274

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading120,471 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,274
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH03 HNR 31k53k76k98k120k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,471 miles
Since last MOT+26,957 miles
PASS
Mileage93,514 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,491 miles
Since last MOT+9,477 miles
PASS
Mileage84,014 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,013 miles
Since last MOT+14,491 miles
PASS
Mileage69,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,522 miles
Since last MOT+16,017 miles
PASS
Mileage53,505 miles
Since last MOT+16,245 miles
PASS
Mileage37,260 miles
Since last MOT+6,582 miles
PASS
Mileage30,678 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 HNR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SH03 HNR

What car is SH03 HNR?

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

What is the mileage of SH03 HNR?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 HNR was 120,471 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 HNR passed its MOT?

SH03 HNR has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2012.

Is SH03 HNR ULEZ compliant?

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

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