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DY03 ECN

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,630 mi
Last recorded112,630 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 ECN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 112,630 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 112,624 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 105,896 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 105,389 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 105,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2018 99,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 93,615 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 87,957 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 81,669 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 75,109 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 68,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 62,623 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 62,613 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 58,995 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

all brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 16 Mar 2010 52,762 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 45,468 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 45,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 38,322 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 30,824 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 24,248 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 ECN is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ECN, 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 ECN registered?

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

Is DY03 ECN safe to buy?

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