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DK03 VCP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,166 mi
Last recorded105,166 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 VCP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 105,166 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Feb 2016

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 90,385 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 90,385 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 81,501 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 73,896 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 66,382 miles

front disc pads getting low

o/s/f anti roll linkage slightly worn

Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,038 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 49,780 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 41,731 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 33,678 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 33,549 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,858 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 20,430 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 VCP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK03 VCP, 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 DK03 VCP registered?

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

Is DK03 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 VCP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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