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DA03 GVW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,430 mi
Last recorded90,430 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 90,430 miles

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

both door mirrors poor condition

Fail 24 Jul 2013 90,299 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both door mirrors poor condition

coolant level low

Pass 19 Jul 2012 75,120 miles

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

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

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 19 Jul 2012 75,119 miles

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

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

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

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

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2011 57,698 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 57,698 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 49,165 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 39,638 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 39,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 31,833 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,017 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 12,795 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,584 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 GVW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DA03 GVW, 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 GVW registered?

DA03 GVW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is DA03 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 GVW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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