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AK03 KUE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

95,923 mi
Last recorded95,923 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 KUE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 95,923 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 95,923 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Sep 2012 89,449 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 89,449 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 83,043 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

Fail 13 Sep 2011 83,043 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 16 Sep 2010 78,046 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 78,029 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 69,070 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 69,070 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 55,293 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 45,935 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 37,205 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 KUE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KUE, 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 AK03 KUE registered?

AK03 KUE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is AK03 KUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 KUE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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