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DG03 UWS

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,681 mi
Last recorded58,681 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 UWS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 58,681 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 57,728 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 53,498 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 3 May 2013 49,552 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 May 2012 44,692 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2012 44,692 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 40,666 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 7 May 2010 35,310 miles

rear reg plate slight dlaminating

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2009 30,423 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 25,901 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 19 Mar 2007 19,772 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 19,772 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 14,365 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 UWS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UWS, 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 DG03 UWS registered?

DG03 UWS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is DG03 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 UWS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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