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DE03 GWC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

119,811 mi
Last recorded119,811 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 GWC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2023 119,811 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 118,378 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 117,928 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 117,213 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 116,437 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ACROSS REAR AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 115,190 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle to o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 113,963 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 112,732 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 111,321 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 110,058 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 10,336 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 89,804 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 79,396 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 67,616 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 50,661 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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DE03 GWC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GWC, 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 DE03 GWC registered?

DE03 GWC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is DE03 GWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 GWC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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