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AX03 GUW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

77,916 mi
Last recorded77,916 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 GUW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 77,916 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 77,916 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 76,509 miles

Nearside Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 75,044 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 72,514 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 72,503 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 70,644 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2022 70,639 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2021 68,708 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 68,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 66,512 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 66,512 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 56,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 55,802 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 55,521 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 54,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 54,401 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 53,825 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 52,832 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 49,043 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 46,585 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall (no canvass visible).

slight play in offside steering rack-end

Pass 8 Jul 2009 43,342 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 39,446 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 36,752 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 24,678 miles

slight wear inner edge of rear tyres

Pass 6 Jul 2005 14,599 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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AX03 GUW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AX03 GUW, 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 AX03 GUW registered?

AX03 GUW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is AX03 GUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 GUW shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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