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AK03 EPU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,815 mi
Last recorded83,815 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 EPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 83,815 miles

all brake pipes covered

Pass 24 Mar 2015 79,122 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 74,396 miles

all brake pipes covered with grease

Pass 18 Mar 2013 69,746 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 65,600 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 60,841 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 58,188 miles

1 of 3 rear exhaust hangars is broken

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2009 57,274 miles

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

front discs worn

headlamp beams only just right

non original fuel cap fitted

suspect head gasket problem

Fail 7 Apr 2009 57,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front discs worn

non original fuel cap fitted

suspect head gasket problem

Pass 30 May 2007 43,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 28,651 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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AK03 EPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EPU, 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 EPU registered?

AK03 EPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is AK03 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 EPU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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