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AD03 VFM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

148,796 mi
Last recorded148,796 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VFM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 148,796 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2015 142,572 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 139,506 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 137,033 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 134,724 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 134,724 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 134,404 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 134,381 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 130,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 130,157 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 120,315 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 103,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 May 2009 103,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 86,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Outer sills covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sills.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 86,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Outer sills covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sills.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 68,470 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 68,470 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 50,097 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 50,097 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AD03 VFM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 74,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 VFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD03 VFM registered?

AD03 VFM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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