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DV03 VWS

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,646 mi
Last recorded48,646 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 48,646 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 47,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

rear suspension components signs of corrosion

Pass 11 May 2016 46,776 miles

beam images poor

exhaust slightly insecure

Pass 8 May 2015 45,187 miles

headlamp beam image poor

Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,230 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,454 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 41,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 39,268 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 37,511 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 35,660 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 33,575 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 31,977 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 27,971 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 24,047 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 VWS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol 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 VWS, 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 VWS registered?

DV03 VWS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is DV03 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 VWS 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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