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AF03 WXS

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

110,668 mi
Last recorded110,668 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 WXS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 110,668 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 9 May 2014 110,656 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 100,851 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 91,723 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 82,800 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 74,045 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 63,479 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 53,007 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 39,965 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 28,747 miles

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

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 WXS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WXS, 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 WXS registered?

AF03 WXS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is AF03 WXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 WXS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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