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DS03 PHK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

90,738 mi
Last recorded90,738 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 PHK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 90,738 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

management light is on

sill covers fitted

sill flanges corroding

Pass 14 Mar 2025 87,397 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at fixing pionts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 87,397 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered with underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect ns and os (5.3.2 (d))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at fixing pionts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front unable to check valve due to trim

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 77,987 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2023 77,842 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 77,304 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 75,329 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 72,014 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 70,211 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 66,864 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 63,194 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 57,676 miles

Front wipers poor

Pass 19 Feb 2015 49,584 miles

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

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

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

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

both front and osr tyres perished

rear exaust corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2014 46,333 miles

all tyres have slight cracking to side walls

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2013 43,094 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 40,743 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 36,308 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 35,266 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 35,105 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 33,297 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 28,110 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 PHK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 PHK, 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 DS03 PHK registered?

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

Is DS03 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 PHK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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