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SH03 ORG

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 117,790 miles on the clock, averaging 8,174 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 SH03 ORG

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,790
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,174

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 reading117,790 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,174
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH03 ORG 17k42k67k93k118k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,790 miles
Since last MOT+7,322 miles
PASS
Mileage110,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,468 miles
Since last MOT+9,517 miles
PASS
Mileage100,951 miles
Since last MOT+8,387 miles
PASS
Mileage92,564 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,563 miles
Since last MOT+11,128 miles
PASS
Mileage81,435 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,435 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage72,944 miles
Since last MOT+10,109 miles
PASS
Mileage62,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,197 miles
PASS
Mileage53,638 miles
Since last MOT+8,590 miles
PASS
Mileage45,048 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,048 miles
Since last MOT+7,981 miles
PASS
Mileage37,067 miles
Since last MOT+6,917 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,150 miles
Since last MOT+6,566 miles
PASS
Mileage23,584 miles
Since last MOT+5,594 miles
PASS
Mileage17,990 miles
Since last MOT+1,240 miles
PASS
Mileage16,750 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 ORG
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 ORG

What car is SH03 ORG?

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

What is the mileage of SH03 ORG?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 ORG was 117,790 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 ORG passed its MOT?

SH03 ORG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2018.

Is SH03 ORG ULEZ compliant?

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

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