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DA52 JNK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,357 mi
Last recorded105,357 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 JNK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2015 105,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 103,090 miles

ADVISE REAR SILENCER CORRODED AND TEMP REPAIRS

Fail 18 Feb 2014 103,089 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

ADVISE REAR SILENCER CORRODED AND TEMP REPAIRS

Fail 3 Feb 2014 103,060 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 76,921 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2013 76,921 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2012 59,960 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 59,960 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 51,121 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 41,886 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,236 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 24,142 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 24,142 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 14,462 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2006 5,067 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 4,481 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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DA52 JNK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DA52 JNK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA52 JNK registered?

DA52 JNK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is DA52 JNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 JNK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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