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SH03 NUJ

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 105,207 miles on the clock, averaging 7,176 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 NUJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,207
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,176

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,207 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,184
Average per year7,176
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH03 NUJ 34k52k69k87k105k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,207 miles
Since last MOT+2,184 miles
PASS
Mileage103,023 miles
Since last MOT+4,622 miles
PASS
Mileage98,401 miles
Since last MOT+11,275 miles
PASS
Mileage87,126 miles
Since last MOT+3,003 miles
PASS
Mileage84,123 miles
Since last MOT+2,142 miles
PASS
Mileage81,981 miles
Since last MOT+7,078 miles
PASS
Mileage74,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,903 miles
Since last MOT+14,159 miles
PASS
Mileage60,744 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,658 miles
Since last MOT+17,944 miles
PASS
Mileage42,714 miles
Since last MOT+9,080 miles
PASS
Mileage33,634 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 NUJ
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 NUJ

What car is SH03 NUJ?

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

What is the mileage of SH03 NUJ?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 NUJ was 105,207 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 NUJ passed its MOT?

SH03 NUJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2016.

Is SH03 NUJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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