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DC02 TEE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,770 mi
Last recorded114,770 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC02 TEE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 114,770 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2024 114,061 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML ON

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 50,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust shield/rear box corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2021 50,126 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 50,126 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 48,999 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 48,999 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2017
Fail 27 Oct 2017

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 43,153 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 37,396 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 34,988 miles

n/s/f tyre starting to get low

Pass 2 Oct 2013 34,308 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 33,940 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 32,604 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2010 31,240 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 29,703 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 27,310 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 27,310 miles

Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 25,020 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 17,273 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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DC02 TEE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DC02 TEE, 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 DC02 TEE registered?

DC02 TEE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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