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DU03 XME

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,104 mi
Last recorded121,104 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 XME
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2014 121,104 miles

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

One of 3 rear exhaust box mounts broken.

Slight brake imbalance across front axle.

Fail 25 Feb 2014 121,099 miles

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

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

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

One of 3 rear exhaust box mounts broken.

Slight brake imbalance across front axle.

Pass 11 Feb 2013 112,957 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 108,252 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 108,252 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 100,672 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 100,672 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 79,236 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 79,236 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 62,125 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 48,515 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 39,027 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 29,070 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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DU03 XME is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XME, 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 XME registered?

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

Is DU03 XME safe to buy?

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