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AF03 PFK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

50,499 mi
Last recorded50,499 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 PFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 50,499 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 49,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 47,946 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 47,149 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 46,269 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 46,268 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 45,104 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 43,920 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 43,920 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 42,934 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 41,352 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 40,444 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 39,341 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 37,364 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 37,364 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 35,623 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 35,623 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 34,304 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 32,485 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,824 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 25,922 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 22,316 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 20,341 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 16,971 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 13,938 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 PFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 PFK, 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

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What year was AF03 PFK registered?

AF03 PFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is AF03 PFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 PFK shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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