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CX03 KDV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

137,362 mi
Last recorded137,362 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 KDV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 137,362 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2018 137,362 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Emissions not tested exhaust broken (7.3.A.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 133,554 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component of rack (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2017 133,554 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component of rack (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 122,848 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inside edge also (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inside edge also (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from load valve to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 122,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inside edge also (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inside edge also (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from load valve to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 112,046 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 112,046 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 100,400 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 91,232 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 81,901 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 67,710 miles

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

flanges between mid & rear exhaust sections corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2010 53,064 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 48,271 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 48,269 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 39,105 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 31,753 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 19,244 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 19,244 miles

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.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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CX03 KDV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 CX03 KDV, 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 CX03 KDV registered?

CX03 KDV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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