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DG03 RVM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,449 mi
Last recorded98,449 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 RVM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 98,449 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 19 Jan 2015 89,219 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 81,822 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 75,852 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 72,722 miles

slighty camshaft noise from engine

Pass 22 Apr 2011 67,105 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 67,105 miles

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

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

both front tyres getting low on tread 3mm

Fail 17 Mar 2010 61,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Mar 2010 61,303 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 17 Mar 2009 54,079 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 54,079 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 48,264 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 38,922 miles

customer advised. †both front tyres wearing on edges,inner and outer.

Pass 21 Mar 2006 27,441 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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DG03 RVM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red 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 DG03 RVM, 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 DG03 RVM registered?

DG03 RVM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is DG03 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 RVM 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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