CarVerify

Free Car Check

DN03 BXF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,774 mi
Last recorded110,774 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 BXF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 110,774 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 102,080 miles

Central Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 102,080 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

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

Central Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 92,974 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces deteriorated (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Dec 2016 92,974 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces deteriorated (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 82,447 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 73,448 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 63,144 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 63,137 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 54,873 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2011 47,396 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 47,396 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 40,528 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 32,430 miles

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

front tyres just under 3mm tread

Pass 28 Nov 2008 25,116 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 17,589 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 9,776 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 8,335 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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DN03 BXF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DN03 BXF, 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

How do I check the history of DN03 BXF?

You can check the full history of DN03 BXF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DN03 BXF registered?

DN03 BXF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is DN03 BXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 BXF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN03 BXF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DN03 BXF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.