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DS03 PKU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,100 mi
Last recorded80,100 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 PKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 80,100 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 69,298 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Sep 2019 69,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 53,573 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 46,284 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 46,284 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 41,839 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 41,839 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 41,262 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 41,161 miles

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 36,156 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 30,676 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 30,676 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 29,187 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 28,345 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 26,924 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 25,171 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 23,139 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 23,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 20,503 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 17,222 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 PKU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PKU, 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 PKU registered?

DS03 PKU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is DS03 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 PKU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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