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DE03 GBZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,270 mi
Last recorded99,270 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 GBZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 99,270 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 82,929 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 68,382 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 64,563 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 60,770 miles

Joint between exhaust centre section and back box excessively corroded.

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 21 Mar 2013 56,764 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 52,721 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 52,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 48,175 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 42,389 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

advise both rear tyres are perished and cracking on sidewalls and within the tread area

Fail 19 Mar 2009 37,486 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

advise nearside and offside rear tyres are both perishing and cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2009 37,486 miles

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

advise nearside and offside rear tyres are both perishing and cracking

Pass 25 Mar 2008 32,238 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 26,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,357 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DE03 GBZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DE03 GBZ, 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 DE03 GBZ registered?

DE03 GBZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is DE03 GBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 GBZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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