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DS52 JFZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

94,572 mi
Last recorded94,572 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 JFZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 94,572 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 94,572 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 84,089 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 80,435 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 75,746 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

suspension and under body corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2021 74,530 miles

under body corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2020 73,212 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 71,477 miles

Offside Front tyre wall cracking

under body corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2018 70,267 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 69,049 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 67,454 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 65,273 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 62,531 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 58,842 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 19 Apr 2012 55,113 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 51,793 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 45,850 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 38,881 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 38,881 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 34,850 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

exhaust system corroding

nearside front tyre badly worn on edges and has a nail in it

rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Apr 2007 31,582 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2006 26,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

boot full

child seat fitted

damage to o/s/f tyre ( side wall)

spare tyre defective

wheel trims fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2006 26,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

boot full

child seat fitted

damage to o/s/f tyre ( side wall)

spare tyre defective

wheel trims fitted

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 JFZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DS52 JFZ, 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 DS52 JFZ registered?

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

Is DS52 JFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 JFZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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