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DN03 EWC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,158 mi
Last recorded107,158 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 EWC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 107,158 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% HEADLIGHTS FOGGED LENSES (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 107,158 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% HEADLIGHTS FOGGED LENSES (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 107,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 107,148 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 107,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 102,753 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

REAR EXHAUST DETERRIORATED

Pass 17 Sep 2012 102,753 miles

Oil leak

REAR EXHAUST DETERRIORATED

Pass 18 Mar 2011 91,184 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 91,184 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 80,413 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Mar 2010 80,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2009 69,183 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 58,715 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 58,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 44,300 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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DN03 EWC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DN03 EWC, 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 DN03 EWC registered?

DN03 EWC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is DN03 EWC safe to buy?

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