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DS03 PWJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,351 mi
Last recorded85,351 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2012 85,351 miles

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

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

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

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2012 80,064 miles

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

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

engine managment light on

Pass 8 Oct 2010 72,181 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)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 66,901 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front wiper blades starting to streak smear

both rear tyres cracking/perishing

child/babyseat fitted at rear not allowing for full inspection of offside adult belt

radiator has leak present

Fail 9 Oct 2009 66,874 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front wiper blades starting to streak smear

both rear tyres cracking/perishing

child/babyseat fitted at rear not allowing for full inspection of offside adult belt

radiator has leak present

Pass 18 Oct 2008 61,812 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Oct 2008 61,812 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 57,416 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 53,311 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 PWJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PWJ, 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 PWJ registered?

DS03 PWJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is DS03 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 PWJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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