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DS03 PFF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,076 mi
Last recorded111,076 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 PFF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 111,076 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 88,378 miles

engine light on

Pass 11 Aug 2016 70,466 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has cracked sidewalls

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from compensator (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 60,793 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 59,145 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 56,949 miles

rear exhaust box deteriated

Fail 13 Aug 2012 54,311 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 54,311 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 51,135 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 48,093 miles

engine under tray fitted at time of test

offside front wiper blade torn slightly

offside seat belt pad fitted at time of test

plastic side skirts fitted time of test

rear tyres cracked and perrished on side walls

steering wheel cover fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Aug 2009 45,348 miles

plastic side skirts fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2008 41,687 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 36,432 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 30,220 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 PFF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PFF, 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 DS03 PFF registered?

DS03 PFF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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The MOT history for DS03 PFF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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