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DY03 ECJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,986 mi
Last recorded90,986 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 ECJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 90,986 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2022 90,986 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 82,621 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2020 76,632 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 69,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 63,384 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 63,352 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 61,467 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 58,766 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 54,896 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 52,350 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 49,647 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 46,244 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 43,412 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 39,461 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 35,399 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 30,874 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 26,064 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 ECJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DY03 ECJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY03 ECJ registered?

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

Is DY03 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 ECJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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