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DS52 JCY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

131,908 mi
Last recorded131,908 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 JCY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 131,908 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris in cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 15 Aug 2020 131,908 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords debris in cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged near compensation valve (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 14 Aug 2020 131,839 miles

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From center box and rear flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Behind the strut (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Into rear hubs and bias valve (1.1.11 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Steering rack damp on both ends

Pass 3 Jul 2018 125,943 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust box deteriorated

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2017 116,371 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

brake pipes greased/ rear pipes have surface rust

exhaust becoming weak

Pass 3 Mar 2016 116,339 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint corroded (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 116,336 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint corroded (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 112,413 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 112,413 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 108,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 108,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 103,281 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 103,194 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 96,428 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 96,428 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 89,693 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2011 89,567 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 82,277 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 82,277 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 73,680 miles

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

both front top suspension mountings slight play

Pass 2 Jan 2008 63,107 miles

f/n/s trye tread near wear limits

o/s/r tyre perrished in treads

Pass 2 Jan 2007 51,805 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 40,065 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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DS52 JCY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS52 JCY, 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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DS52 JCY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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