CarVerify

Free Car Check

AD03 ZZU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,985 mi
Last recorded79,985 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 ZZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 79,985 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 76,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 72,763 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 59,648 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 59,648 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 48,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear tyre has damage on the inner wall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre is deteroirated

Pass 8 Jun 2011 37,269 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 37,269 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2010 32,721 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 26,791 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 26,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 19,702 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2008 19,702 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 12,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 7,133 miles

1. silencer starting to corrode, through base section.

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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AD03 ZZU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD03 ZZU?

You can check the full history of AD03 ZZU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AD03 ZZU registered?

AD03 ZZU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is AD03 ZZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 ZZU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD03 ZZU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AD03 ZZU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.