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DF03 YCG

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

38,540 mi
Last recorded38,540 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 YCG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 38,540 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 38,539 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 37,326 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 36,563 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 36,563 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 35,216 miles

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

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

drivers headlight slightly insecure

offside wing mirror damaged

Pass 11 Jul 2012 33,955 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 33,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 33,049 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 31,867 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 29,677 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 27,706 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 24,261 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 20,721 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 YCG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF03 YCG registered?

DF03 YCG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is DF03 YCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 YCG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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