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CW03 MWF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

79,803 mi
Last recorded79,803 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 MWF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 79,803 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 79,803 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 72,318 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 72,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 65,004 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 65,004 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 59,184 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 59,184 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 53,939 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 49,036 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 49,036 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 16 Aug 2011 43,448 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 43,448 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 38,572 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 38,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,093 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 28,903 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 23,939 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,085 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 MWF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 CW03 MWF, 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.

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What year was CW03 MWF registered?

CW03 MWF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is CW03 MWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW03 MWF shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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