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DY03 EJV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,682 mi
Last recorded58,682 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 58,682 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 53,651 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 47,740 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 46,515 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 46,515 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 46,304 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 45,828 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 45,828 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 45,134 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 45,134 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 43,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 43,977 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 42,652 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,796 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 40,796 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 39,166 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 39,166 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 18 Oct 2007 35,843 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,843 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 29,950 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 28,228 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 28,228 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 EJV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EJV, 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 EJV registered?

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

Is DY03 EJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 EJV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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