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AP03 DNV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,227 mi
Last recorded83,227 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 DNV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 83,227 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 6 May 2016 83,227 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 79,759 miles

front number plate cracked

rear metal brake piping corroded recommend renewal

Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 69,037 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 65,457 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 61,202 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 54,945 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 48,535 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 41,125 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 33,870 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 28,765 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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AP03 DNV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AP03 DNV, 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 AP03 DNV registered?

AP03 DNV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is AP03 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 DNV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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