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DF03 UPC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,413 mi
Last recorded109,413 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 UPC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 109,413 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 May 2011 102,830 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 102,829 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 93,751 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 85,080 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 77,346 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 77,346 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 66,639 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s mirror insecure but no dangerous or part of the test

Pass 5 Mar 2007 66,639 miles

n/s mirror insecure but no dangerous or part of the test

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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DF03 UPC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DF03 UPC, 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 DF03 UPC registered?

DF03 UPC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is DF03 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 UPC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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