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AF03 MYJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,360 mi
Last recorded71,360 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 MYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2014 71,360 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 69,330 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

bonnet catch lever detached

nearside rear coil spring incomplete but still locates on its housing

Pass 18 Mar 2013 69,330 miles

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

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

bonnet catch lever detached

nearside rear coil spring incomplete but still locates on its housing

Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Mar 2012 67,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

1.5 Ltrs engine oil

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,597 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 61,410 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 57,576 miles

Both front tyres outer sidewalls have chafe marks from poorly fitting wheel trims. Trims removed for purpose of test.

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 57,576 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Both front tyres outer sidewalls have chafe marks from poorly fitting wheel trims. Trims removed for purpose of test.

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 50,830 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 50,830 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 40,166 miles

both front tyres wearing low inner edge

Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,447 miles

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 MYJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AF03 MYJ, 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 AF03 MYJ registered?

AF03 MYJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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