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AF03 MXU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,071 mi
Last recorded95,071 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 MXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 95,071 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 93,427 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 93,427 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracking (REPLACED WITH SPARE) (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 92,147 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 91,503 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 90,718 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 88,794 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 83,049 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 28 Feb 2012 77,380 miles

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

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

front wipers do not part correctly

Pass 1 Mar 2011 68,609 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 59,681 miles

front number started to disfigure.

Pass 17 Jan 2009 47,903 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 43,926 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 43,926 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 41,263 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 41,263 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 37,132 miles

exhaust corroding

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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AF03 MXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF03 MXU, 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 AF03 MXU?

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What year was AF03 MXU registered?

AF03 MXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 April 2003.

Is AF03 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 MXU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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