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DL03 EPJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,526 mi
Last recorded85,526 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL03 EPJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 85,526 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 83,897 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 83,897 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 82,317 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 82,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 80,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 80,559 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 78,918 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 78,918 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 77,324 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 76,196 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear 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 21 May 2012 76,196 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 7 May 2011 74,740 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 74,740 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2010 73,316 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 71,296 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 122,768 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 108,695 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 78,582 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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DL03 EPJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DL03 EPJ, 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 DL03 EPJ registered?

DL03 EPJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is DL03 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL03 EPJ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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