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DS52 JUC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

119,588 mi
Last recorded119,588 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 JUC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 119,588 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 118,279 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 116,486 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2015 111,066 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 102,136 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 89,065 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 89,058 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 73,685 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 57,615 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 46,883 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 38,430 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 30,244 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 26,898 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 24,307 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 20,371 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 JUC 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 93.3%.

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 DS52 JUC, 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 DS52 JUC registered?

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

Is DS52 JUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 JUC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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