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DV03 UXU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

114,949 mi
Last recorded114,949 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 UXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 114,949 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 114,071 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 106,626 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 106,070 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 97,287 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

damage to outer side wall of o/s/f tyre not down to cords

rear silencer rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2012 87,250 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 73,887 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 63,635 miles

nearside antiroll bar droplink worn replacement advised

Pass 17 Nov 2009 49,736 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 38,949 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 32,777 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 20,647 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 20,647 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,972 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 UXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 UXU, 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 UXU registered?

DV03 UXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is DV03 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 UXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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