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C8 HKW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,797 mi
Last recorded74,797 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 HKW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 74,797 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 74,796 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 64,007 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 42,353 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 29,192 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 24,684 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 21,022 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 16,801 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 16,544 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 16,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2017 16,114 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,895 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 15,895 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 15,501 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 15,045 miles

Rear Exhaust Box Corroding

Pass 28 May 2013 14,743 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 14,458 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 14,458 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 14,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 13,661 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 13,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 13,268 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,454 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,313 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 9,663 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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C8 HKW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc 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 C8 HKW, 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 C8 HKW registered?

C8 HKW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is C8 HKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 HKW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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