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DC03 YMJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,057 mi
Last recorded89,057 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 YMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 89,057 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 89,057 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 86,239 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Jan 2018 86,231 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both from compensator to front (3.6.B.2c)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2017 82,323 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seats ()

Fail 16 Jan 2017 82,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seats ()

Pass 15 Jan 2016 77,071 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear side of tankl (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 72,230 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 68,952 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 64,824 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 58,876 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 55,803 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 54,165 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 51,449 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 37,826 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 37,826 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 24 May 2007 23,780 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 12,686 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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DC03 YMJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 DC03 YMJ, 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 DC03 YMJ registered?

DC03 YMJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is DC03 YMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 YMJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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