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AG51 JJJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,784 mi
Last recorded87,784 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG51 JJJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 87,784 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 81,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 80,045 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 78,368 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 74,123 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 73,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 68,838 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 68,838 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2012 58,346 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 54,068 miles

front tyres low on air,pressure on sidewalls

Pass 4 Feb 2010 102,614 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 102,614 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 45,687 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 37,924 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 25,290 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 25,290 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AG51 JJJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AG51 JJJ, 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 AG51 JJJ registered?

AG51 JJJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is AG51 JJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG51 JJJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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