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DF03 VZK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,647 mi
Last recorded91,647 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 VZK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 91,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 87,402 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 83,405 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N.S. & O.S. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded N.S. & O.S. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 79,374 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 66,168 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 56,555 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 48,363 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 40,297 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 40,295 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 39,460 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,840 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 33,431 miles

Nearside headlamp bracket broken

Pass 12 Aug 2013 29,928 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 29,928 miles

Centre Front Lower engine mounting bracket damaged and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 26,311 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 26,311 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,377 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 20,109 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 17,867 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 15,563 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 13,283 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 11,009 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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DF03 VZK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DF03 VZK, 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 VZK registered?

DF03 VZK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is DF03 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 VZK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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