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CE03 HBG

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

98,900 mi
Last recorded98,900 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 HBG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 98,900 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 97,002 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 87,076 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 80,556 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 80,556 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside headlamp beam image dim

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 74,883 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 72,290 miles

Nearside Rear lamp broken

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced image weak (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 72,290 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear lamp broken

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced image weak (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,232 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 61,264 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 61,258 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 55,533 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 50,545 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 47,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 43,466 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 40,275 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 35,117 miles

n/s/front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2006 29,448 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 27,419 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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CE03 HBG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CE03 HBG, 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 CE03 HBG registered?

CE03 HBG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is CE03 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 HBG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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