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CA03 EXE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

136,285 mi
Last recorded136,285 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 EXE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 136,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 128,685 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 119,618 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 108,679 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 93,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

headlight adjuster worn

rear disc worn

Pass 13 Aug 2010 84,649 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

general oil leaks

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Fail 13 Aug 2010 84,649 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

general oil leaks

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 16 Jul 2009 73,086 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 63,889 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 48,627 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 48,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 39,138 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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CA03 EXE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 CA03 EXE, 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 CA03 EXE registered?

CA03 EXE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is CA03 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 EXE 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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