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DS03 PPU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,283 mi
Last recorded129,283 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 129,283 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Jul 2014 129,283 miles

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Jul 2013 112,402 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2012 97,675 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 97,675 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 83,750 miles

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)

front surspension strut top mounts little play

n/s side skirt loose

Fail 11 Jun 2010 72,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s sill plastic trim loose

nearside rear door stiff

Pass 11 Jun 2010 72,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s sill plastic trim loose

nearside rear door stiff

Pass 3 Jun 2009 60,869 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 53,106 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2007 46,885 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 37,503 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 PPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PPU, 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 PPU registered?

DS03 PPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is DS03 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 PPU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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