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AV03 MJF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,455 mi
Last recorded51,455 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 MJF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 51,455 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side centre to rear in places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 51,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 51,021 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 50,380 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 50,380 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 49,425 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material should replace asap (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 48,069 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 47,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 47,124 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 46,132 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated all 4 (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 44,988 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 43,789 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 43,789 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 42,535 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 40,777 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 37,953 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 37,953 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 32,028 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 28,306 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,237 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,888 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 20,451 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 147,622 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 15,453 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 12,281 miles

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

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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AV03 MJF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV03 MJF, 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 AV03 MJF registered?

AV03 MJF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is AV03 MJF safe to buy?

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