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DC03 FML

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

114,261 mi
Last recorded114,261 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 FML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 114,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NOMBER PLATE BUT OK AT TIME OF TEST

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO O/S/F WING MIRROW BUT OK AT TIME OF TEST

SURFACE RUST STARTING ON FRONT STEAL BRAKE PIPES BUT OK AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 28 Aug 2013 106,530 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE BUT OK AT TIME OF TEST

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT OF CAR BUT OK AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 28 Aug 2012 100,121 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 100,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 92,499 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 78,810 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 78,810 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 64,670 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 48,981 miles

plastic covers prevented full vehicle inspection.

Fail 20 Aug 2008 48,981 miles

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

plastic covers prevented full vehicle inspection.

Pass 15 Aug 2007 38,290 miles

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

plastic cill covers prevented full vehicle inspection

Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,861 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 25,861 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DC03 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black 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 DC03 FML, 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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DC03 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 August 2003.

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