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DE03 VKJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,427 mi
Last recorded109,427 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 VKJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 109,427 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 100,458 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 88,132 miles

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

front disc's worn and corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2011 88,125 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

front disc's worn and corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2010 74,594 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 66,271 miles

front brake discs partly worn

Fail 27 Apr 2009 66,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front brake discs partly worn

Pass 21 Apr 2008 58,212 miles

exhaust back box outter skin corroded and peeling

front discs well worn 6-8000

n/s head light insucure at bottom

Fail 21 Apr 2008 58,212 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust back box outter skin corroded and peeling

front discs well worn 6-8000

n/s head light insucure at bottom

Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,702 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 34,625 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 VKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VKJ, 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 VKJ registered?

DE03 VKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is DE03 VKJ safe to buy?

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