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CF03 DXS

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

120,404 mi
Last recorded120,404 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF03 DXS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 120,404 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 120,404 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 119,879 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 119,879 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 119,286 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 118,570 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 118,570 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Fail 20 Dec 2014 115,649 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 115,649 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 111,631 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 102,323 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 102,323 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 98,916 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 92,191 miles

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

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 4 Jan 2010 84,405 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 73,772 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 73,771 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 72,970 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 56,384 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 41,401 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 40,110 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 40,110 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CF03 DXS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF03 DXS, 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 CF03 DXS registered?

CF03 DXS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 August 2003.

Is CF03 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF03 DXS shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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