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CX03 MPU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

187,740 mi
Last recorded187,740 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 187,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 187,682 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 182,206 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 182,167 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 149,965 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 TYRE'S WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 May 2019 149,965 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 TYRE'S WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 145,065 miles

several metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 5 May 2017 139,353 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded several metal brake pipes starting to corrode (3.6.B.2c)

headlights frosting slightly

Pass 9 Apr 2016 132,573 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 114,814 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 94,162 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 79,761 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 70,264 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 58,423 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 46,564 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 35,390 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 23,222 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 12,765 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 3,427 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 MPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 MPU, 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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CX03 MPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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