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CX03 MGZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,795 mi
Last recorded100,795 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 MGZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 100,795 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 96,904 miles

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

nearside rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 23 Nov 2013 92,361 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 89,044 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 86,367 miles

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)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 86,367 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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 15 Jul 2008

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2007 50,422 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 47,117 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 46,803 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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CX03 MGZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CX03 MGZ, 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 MGZ registered?

CX03 MGZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is CX03 MGZ safe to buy?

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