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DS03 FXU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,800 mi
Last recorded119,800 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 FXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 119,800 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 119,800 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 97,956 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 91,860 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 82,559 miles

nearside front tyre down to wear bars

offside front tyre close to wear bars

rear silencer deterioaied

Pass 26 Aug 2011 73,114 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 73,058 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 63,995 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 56,948 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 50,847 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 43,075 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 35,766 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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DS03 FXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DS03 FXU, 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 DS03 FXU?

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What year was DS03 FXU registered?

DS03 FXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is DS03 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 FXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS03 FXU have outstanding finance?

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