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DY03 BZJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,579 mi
Last recorded105,579 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 BZJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 105,579 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre has slight perishing

Pass 26 Jan 2016 98,978 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Jan 2016 98,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 93,077 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear exhaust box and exhaust joining clamp deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2014 93,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear exhaust box and exhaust joining clamp deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 84,588 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 84,588 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

O/S/F & N/S/F tyres worn low on inner edges of tread areas

Pass 10 Sep 2012 67,834 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 58,137 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 53,885 miles

Advise slight flat spot on the O/S/F tyre

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 53,885 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise slight flat spot on the O/S/F tyre

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 50,481 miles

Front wiper blades are split

N/S/R Tyre getting low on tread (outter edge)

N/S/R Tyre is cracking

Fail 21 Apr 2008 43,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 43,637 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 34,347 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 24,843 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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DY03 BZJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DY03 BZJ, 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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DY03 BZJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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