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AF03 OUC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,866 mi
Last recorded80,866 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 OUC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 80,866 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 76,420 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 72,724 miles

Both inner steering rack ball joints worn

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 69,504 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 66,016 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 66,005 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 61,964 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 61,958 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 57,275 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 47,521 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 38,348 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 38,348 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 30,728 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 30,728 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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 OUC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OUC, 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 OUC registered?

AF03 OUC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 OUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 OUC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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