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DV03 AGX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

53,089 mi
Last recorded53,089 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 AGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 53,089 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 53,089 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 49,292 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 45,312 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 45,307 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 41,222 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 41,198 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 37,589 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 37,589 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 33,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 33,601 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 29,521 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 29,521 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,109 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 24,207 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 22,014 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 22,014 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 18,355 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres wearing thin on edges

Pass 25 Mar 2008 18,355 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing thin on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2007 15,892 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 13,639 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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DV03 AGX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 DV03 AGX, 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 DV03 AGX registered?

DV03 AGX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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