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DU03 XMC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,710 mi
Last recorded86,710 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 XMC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 86,710 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 86,710 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 76,405 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

rear exhaust very rusty

Pass 6 Nov 2013 73,334 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 64,863 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 64,633 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 57,562 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 50,965 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 42,965 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 42,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 35,044 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 26,475 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Fail 7 Nov 2007 26,475 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2006 22,148 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 22,148 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

nearside rear tyre uneven wear

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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DU03 XMC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DU03 XMC, 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 DU03 XMC registered?

DU03 XMC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DU03 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU03 XMC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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