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DA03 DVU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

123,453 mi
Last recorded123,453 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 DVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 123,453 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 123,453 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 116,371 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 116,341 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 196/60/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 196/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 196/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 112,531 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 103,867 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2019 103,731 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 May 2018 96,374 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 95,997 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 87,921 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 82,872 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 77,169 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 77,169 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2014 70,708 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 62,478 miles

rear exhaust mouting insercure but adequately supported

Pass 14 May 2012 53,779 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 45,134 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres tread wearing low

spare wheel fitted to n/s/r

Pass 12 May 2010 37,018 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 30,978 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 25,679 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,037 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 15,140 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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DA03 DVU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 DA03 DVU, 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 DA03 DVU registered?

DA03 DVU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is DA03 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 DVU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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