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SM03 LLG

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 131,075 miles on the clock, averaging 13,489 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 LLG

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,075
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,489

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading131,075 miles
Reading date
Miles last year31,423
Average per year13,489
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM03 LLG 27k53k79k105k131k '06'14'09

Check SM03 LLG

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,075 miles
Since last MOT+31,423 miles
PASS
Mileage99,652 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,643 miles
Since last MOT+28,087 miles
PASS
Mileage71,556 miles
Since last MOT+20,274 miles
PASS
Mileage51,282 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,282 miles
Since last MOT+7,227 miles
PASS
Mileage44,055 miles
Since last MOT+9,224 miles
PASS
Mileage34,831 miles
Since last MOT+7,895 miles
PASS
Mileage26,936 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

RegistrationSM03 LLG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SM03 LLG

What car is SM03 LLG?

SM03 LLG is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SM03 LLG?

The last recorded mileage for SM03 LLG was 131,075 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM03 LLG passed its MOT?

SM03 LLG has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2014.

Is SM03 LLG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 LLG 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 SM03 LLG?

SM03 LLG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.