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CW03 BTE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,200 mi
Last recorded74,200 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 BTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 74,200 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 61,713 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 56,067 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 49,632 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 44,937 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,513 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 30,195 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 30,195 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,787 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 22,787 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 13,622 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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CW03 BTE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CW03 BTE, 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

How do I check the history of CW03 BTE?

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What year was CW03 BTE registered?

CW03 BTE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is CW03 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW03 BTE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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