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AK03 EJU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,185 mi
Last recorded93,185 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 EJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 93,185 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced x 2 (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust flange heavily corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2015 86,022 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 86,022 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 78,373 miles

rear silencer outer casing corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2013 70,695 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front tyres outer tread areas worn

rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2013 70,695 miles

rear silencer outer casing corroded

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

front tyres outer tread areas worn

Pass 9 Jul 2012 63,058 miles

o/s/r tyre perrished

Fail 9 Jul 2012 63,058 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre perrished

Pass 7 Jul 2011 55,760 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 49,703 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 44,973 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 36,898 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 29,284 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 23,435 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 23,435 miles

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

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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AK03 EJU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK03 EJU, 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 AK03 EJU registered?

AK03 EJU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is AK03 EJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 EJU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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