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DS03 XAJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,072 mi
Last recorded110,072 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 110,072 miles

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 6 Feb 2018 102,165 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 99,393 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 96,816 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 93,760 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 89,941 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 87,406 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 85,534 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 72,654 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 71,881 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 59,903 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 59,903 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 51,500 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 44,117 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 35,438 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 XAJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XAJ, 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 XAJ registered?

DS03 XAJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is DS03 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 XAJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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