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SL03 JCX

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 107,379 miles on the clock, averaging 9,362 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 SL03 JCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,379
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
9,362

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 reading107,379 miles
Reading date
Miles last year62
Average per year9,362
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL03 JCX 14k37k61k84k107k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,379 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,317 miles
Since last MOT+10,012 miles
PASS
Mileage97,305 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,303 miles
Since last MOT+16,077 miles
PASS
Mileage81,226 miles
Since last MOT+8,139 miles
PASS
Mileage73,087 miles
Since last MOT+6,205 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,882 miles
Since last MOT+6,682 miles
PASS
Mileage60,200 miles
Since last MOT+7,414 miles
PASS
Mileage52,786 miles
Since last MOT+8,486 miles
PASS
Mileage44,300 miles
Since last MOT+9,449 miles
PASS
Mileage34,851 miles
Since last MOT+11,535 miles
PASS
Mileage23,316 miles
Since last MOT+9,590 miles
PASS
Mileage13,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,726 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

RegistrationSL03 JCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 JCX

What car is SL03 JCX?

SL03 JCX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 JCX?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 JCX was 107,379 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 JCX passed its MOT?

SL03 JCX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2016.

Is SL03 JCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 JCX 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 SL03 JCX?

SL03 JCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.