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AK03 XKB

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,915 mi
Last recorded96,915 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 96,915 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 88,424 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 May 2012 81,732 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 81,732 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 76,029 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 68,874 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 57,452 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 57,452 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 48,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2007 37,062 miles

EXHAUST BACK BOX CORRODED.

FRONT DISC AND PADS LOW.

Pass 22 Feb 2006 29,078 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 29,078 miles

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

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

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 XKB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XKB, 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 XKB registered?

AK03 XKB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is AK03 XKB safe to buy?

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