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DV03 OYM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Brown Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

97,376 mi
Last recorded97,376 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 OYM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 97,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 97,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 94,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 91,347 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 83,842 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 72,541 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 62,140 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 61,578 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 61,054 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 60,538 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 60,466 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 59,728 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 59,213 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 57,501 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 56,414 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 55,270 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 54,151 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 52,822 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 51,418 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 51,418 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2006 32,278 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 32,278 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 OYM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Brown with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DV03 OYM, 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 OYM registered?

DV03 OYM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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The MOT history for DV03 OYM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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