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DE03 UKJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

150,803 mi
Last recorded150,803 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 UKJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 150,803 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 150,793 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 147,192 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 147,189 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 142,492 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 142,418 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty and cloudy (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect misty and cloudy (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2019 131,205 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 131,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy and misty (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy and misty (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2018 117,381 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 111,470 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 111,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cross body (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

advise corrosion to centre brake pipes

advise free play to near side steering arm advise rp

advise tracking

Pass 2 Aug 2016 103,092 miles

advise corrosion to both front brake pipes

Fail 1 Aug 2016 103,084 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise corrosion to both front brake pipes

Pass 13 Jul 2015 94,426 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2015 94,413 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,676 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 84,676 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 72,372 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 72,372 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 57,694 miles

rear exhaust heat sheid fell down on to rear box

Pass 20 Apr 2011 47,134 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 40,505 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 31,136 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 64,138 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 64,136 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2007 61,259 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 59,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 59,837 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 UKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 DE03 UKJ, 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 UKJ registered?

DE03 UKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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