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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 143,939 miles on the clock, averaging 12,972 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 SM03 AEJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,939 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,019 |
| Average per year | 12,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SM03 AEJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 AEJ
What car is SM03 AEJ?
SM03 AEJ is an yellow Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 AEJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 AEJ was 143,939 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 AEJ passed its MOT?
SM03 AEJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2014.
Is SM03 AEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 AEJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM03 AEJ?
SM03 AEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.