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DN03 FAU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,569 mi
Last recorded61,569 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 FAU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 61,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 57,794 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 57,794 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 54,336 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 54,336 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 50,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 50,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 49,980 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 49,980 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACK (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 39,263 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 34,447 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 33,524 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 31,899 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 31,895 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 30,663 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 29,117 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 27,091 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2014 24,841 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

o/s rear tyre has slight side wall cracking

Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,491 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,003 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 24,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 23,465 miles

Both rear and o/s front tyres side wall slighty cracked

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 22,646 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 21,850 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 21,164 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 20,005 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 19,013 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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DN03 FAU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 FAU, 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 DN03 FAU registered?

DN03 FAU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is DN03 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 FAU shows 27 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.

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