2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · SG53 ODU
2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 160,487 miles. MOT expired on 22 Sept 2016. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Sept 2016
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,487 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SG53 ODU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2015
- 160,487 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SG53 ODU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (SG53 ODU) between October 2006 and September 2015.
The record contains 10 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)”; “Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.
SG53 ODU Mileage History
- 07/10/200645,628 mi
- 07/10/200645,628 mi
- 19/07/200755,415 mi+9,787 mi
- 08/07/200873,523 mi+18,108 mi
- 10/07/200873,565 mi+42 mi
- 24/06/200992,018 mi+18,453 mi
- 23/11/2010112,813 mi+20,795 mi
- 02/12/2010112,815 mi+2 mi
- 07/12/2011120,111 mi+7,296 mi
- 19/12/2011120,111 mi
- 20/09/2012128,120 mi+8,009 mi
- 21/09/2012128,124 mi+4 mi
- 20/09/2013135,414 mi+7,290 mi
- 23/09/2013135,418 mi+4 mi
- 10/09/2014149,807 mi+14,389 mi
- 11/09/2014149,810 mi+3 mi
- 09/09/2015160,480 mi+10,670 mi
- 10/09/2015160,487 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 12,869 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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