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SH03 WSW

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 118,531 miles on the clock, averaging 12,945 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 WSW

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,531
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,945

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,531 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,945
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH03 WSW 29k51k74k96k119k '06'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,531 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,531 miles
Since last MOT+9,751 miles
PASS
Mileage108,780 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,751 miles
Since last MOT+13,650 miles
PASS
Mileage95,101 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,061 miles
Since last MOT+10,748 miles
PASS
Mileage84,313 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,277 miles
Since last MOT+14,195 miles
PASS
Mileage70,082 miles
Since last MOT+14,046 miles
PASS
Mileage56,036 miles
Since last MOT+14,811 miles
PASS
Mileage41,225 miles
Since last MOT+12,651 miles
PASS
Mileage28,574 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 WSW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SH03 WSW

What car is SH03 WSW?

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

What is the mileage of SH03 WSW?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 WSW was 118,531 miles, recorded on 17 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 WSW passed its MOT?

SH03 WSW has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2013.

Is SH03 WSW ULEZ compliant?

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

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