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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 135,248 miles on the clock, averaging 9,682 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 ORJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,253 |
| Average per year | 9,682 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | SH03 ORJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SH03 ORJ
What car is SH03 ORJ?
SH03 ORJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH03 ORJ?
The last recorded mileage for SH03 ORJ was 135,248 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH03 ORJ passed its MOT?
SH03 ORJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2016.
Is SH03 ORJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 ORJ 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 ORJ?
SH03 ORJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.