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AK03 PKD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,845 mi
Last recorded115,845 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 PKD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2016 115,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ABS to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 115,249 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front & rear brake discs corroded

socket stuck in n/s/f wheel

Pass 5 Aug 2013 112,209 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 104,247 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 85,804 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 75,577 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 75,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 65,066 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 54,454 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 42,827 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2006 30,935 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 PKD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PKD, 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 PKD registered?

AK03 PKD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is AK03 PKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 PKD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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