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CV03 ZUA

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

87,125 mi
Last recorded87,125 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 ZUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 87,125 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 86,746 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 86,644 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 86,640 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 86,400 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 85,936 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 85,757 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 85,221 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 83,708 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 82,423 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 81,011 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 79,251 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 78,053 miles

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

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

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

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

rear tyres have had part worn's fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2011 78,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 75,964 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 64,264 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 64,264 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 50,819 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 43,463 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 31,873 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 31,873 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 30,906 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 30,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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CV03 ZUA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CV03 ZUA, 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 CV03 ZUA registered?

CV03 ZUA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is CV03 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV03 ZUA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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