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SL03 TPY

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, 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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 67,481 miles on the clock, averaging 8,268 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 SL03 TPY

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,481
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
8,268

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 reading67,481 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,482
Average per year8,268
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL03 TPY 33k42k50k59k67k '06'10'08

Check SL03 TPY

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,481 miles
Since last MOT+6,482 miles
PASS
Mileage60,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,999 miles
Since last MOT+8,240 miles
PASS
Mileage52,759 miles
Since last MOT+10,457 miles
PASS
Mileage42,302 miles
Since last MOT+9,385 miles
PASS
Mileage32,917 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 TPY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 TPY

What car is SL03 TPY?

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

What is the mileage of SL03 TPY?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 TPY was 67,481 miles, recorded on 27 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 TPY passed its MOT?

SL03 TPY has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 May 2010.

Is SL03 TPY ULEZ compliant?

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

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