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DS03 PXU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,510 mi
Last recorded41,510 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 PXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 41,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres have cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 35,187 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Front Linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both Front Brakes Binding Slightly

Engine has Slight Oil Leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexible Section Split/Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 35,176 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both Fronts Faded (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens Deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Fitment and Lens Deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Front Linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both Front Brakes Binding Slightly

Engine has Slight Oil Leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexible Section Split/Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 31,842 miles

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

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front gearbox stabilizer bush split

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 2 Sep 2022 29,737 miles

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

Front gear box stabilizer bush split

Fail 26 Aug 2022 29,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front gear box stabilizer bush split

Pass 1 Sep 2021 28,290 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 28,285 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 27,889 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Headlamps deteriorated

Pass 21 Aug 2019 27,628 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 27,317 miles

Tyres perished.

Pass 25 Aug 2017 26,973 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,543 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 26,030 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 25,408 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 24,728 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 23,860 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,916 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 22,054 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 20,930 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,894 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 18,810 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2007 18,810 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 17,555 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 PXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PXU, 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 PXU registered?

DS03 PXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 7 August 2003.

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