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DK03 UBY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,010 mi
Last recorded116,010 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 UBY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 116,010 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 116,009 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 112,553 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 112,553 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 107,581 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 107,560 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 100,332 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 93,536 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 88,048 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 88,048 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 81,496 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 77,322 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 77,322 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 70,823 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,199 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 60,496 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 60,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 51,154 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 51,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 39,691 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,129 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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DK03 UBY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 DK03 UBY, 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 DK03 UBY registered?

DK03 UBY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DK03 UBY safe to buy?

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